Moorcrofts Means Business
Welcome to 'Moorcrofts Means Business' podcast, where our speakers will be discussing legal topics to help you run your business as efficiently as possible. Topics will range from buying and selling a company in the UK or abroad, legal technology matters from open source licences through to software and hardware contracts and IP protection, leasing a commercial property and the very thorny and ever evolving landscape of employment law and contractual services. All our podcasts are for general information and are not to be taken as bespoke legal advice.
Moorcrofts Means Business
Getting ready to sell your business: What you need to know before you exit
Welcome to Episode 3 of Series 8 of the Moorcrofts Means Business podcast.
In this episode, Corporate Partners Will Pearce and Barry Maytum explore the key considerations business owners should be aware of when preparing for a sale. Drawing on their extensive experience, they outline the practical steps to help you plan effectively and achieve the best possible outcome.
They discuss:
- Building the right support team – from lawyers and tax advisers to corporate finance specialists and insurance brokers.
- Committing time to the sale process – understanding the dedication required for a successful transaction.
- Preparation and pre-sale vendor due diligence – why getting your house in order early pays off.
- Practical legal steps – ensuring your business is legally ready for scrutiny.
- Structuring the deal – exploring the frameworks that best suit your business and goals.
- Employee incentivisation options – aligning your team’s interests with the sale.
- Defining your objectives – clarifying what you want to achieve from the sale and planning for succession.
Whether you’re actively considering a sale or just starting to explore your options, this episode provides a clear and practical overview of what to expect and how to get started the right way.