A clear path from first conversation to signing.
Below, we outline our approach to sale process from start to finish.
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ConsultationWe start with a conversation
We get to know your business, and discuss your objectives and timeline. You will receive our view on the value of your business and what a potential sale process with Savantiq Advisors would look like.
No sales pitch, no pressure. Many business owners begin a conversation with us years before a potential transaction.
An honest assessment of your business' value and a walk-through of our process.
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Sale-readiness assessmentWe evaluate your business from a buyer's perspective.
We review your financials, customer concentration, management and owner dependency. If we identify issues worth addressing before a sale, we will communicate them directly and help you prioritise the factors that have the greatest impact on value.
Thorough preparation before a sale helps maximize the final sale price.
A written sale-readiness assessment and a concrete but pragmatic preparation plan.
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Valuation and preparationWe produce a clear, market-based valuation.
We research comparable transactions thoroughly, then produce the materials buyers need to submit offers. The quality of those materials has a direct bearing on the number and terms of the offers you receive.
Professional-grade materials prepared by experienced advisers.
Market-based valuation and comprehensive sales materials.
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Buyer searchWe conduct a targeted buyer search.
We do not list your business publicly. We approach a carefully selected group of buyers in confidence — including strategic acquirers, private equity and individual investors. Through our broad cross-border buyer network, we typically reach significantly more potential buyers than traditional intermediaries.
You remain in full control of all communications throughout the process. No information is shared with employees, customers, competitors, or other stakeholders without your explicit approval.
Targeted buyer search, NDA management and confidential outreach.
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NegotiationWe manage the process from start to signing.
We respond to buyer questions, coordinate the flow of information and keep the process moving. We lead the negotiations, create competition among buyers and ensure your interests are protected throughout. We evaluate offers as a whole, not on price alone.
Our commitment continues until the transaction has successfully completed and the funds are securely in your account.
Buyer communications, negotiation support and precise process coordination.
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Post-closingA good deal does not end at signing.
We also provide support after closing — for example on ownership transfer, buyer communications and any earn-out arrangements.
The transition period is just as important as the transaction itself.
Transition support as agreed.
The highest offer is not always the best.
We evaluate every offer as a whole. In addition to the purchase price, we consider the terms, the buyer's credibility, their ability to execute, and the post-transaction implications.
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Is this buyer right for the future of your business?
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Can the buyer complete the transaction without delays?
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How much of the purchase price is paid at closing?
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What is paid later, and on what terms?
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Are you left as a minority shareholder or reliant on an earn-out?
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What commitments are you making to the buyer in the sale agreement?
How long does the process take?
Most transactions are completed within 3–9 months of the engagement starting. The timeline depends on the business, the state of the buyer market and how well prepared you are when we begin. This is why early conversations are valuable. We move faster than traditional intermediaries, without compromising on thoroughness or process quality.
Frequently asked questions
Not without your permission. The process is conducted in strict confidence, and information is shared only with carefully selected prospective buyers under a non-disclosure agreement. Employees, customers and other stakeholders are informed only at an agreed stage of the process.
That is entirely normal. Many of our clients begin a conversation months or even years before an actual transaction. We can help you assess your options, improve the saleability of your business and understand market conditions — with no commitment to a sale process. Understanding your options early always leads to a better outcome.
We approach the buyers best suited to your business — typically strategic acquirers, entrepreneur-led growth companies, private equity and family-owned businesses. The buyer search is always tailored to your business's objectives, sector and circumstances.
Not necessarily. We start with a conversation about your business and your objectives. We help you gather the necessary materials and information step by step.