Knightsbridge Business Sales

We sell more UK businesses than anyone else

As a long-established, trusted company sales specialist, our dedicated team provides a personal and professional service.

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73,000+

registered buyers who are actively looking for their next opportunity

200% more sales

than any other UK adviser / 17% more sales than any other adviser in Europe

25+ years

of successfully selling businesses throughout the UK

Why choose Knightsbridge?

Since our doors first opened in 1998, we have delivered thousands of successful business sales across a wide variety of sectors.

We are experts across every stage of the company sale lifecycle process, with an unparalleled buyer reach extending to both UK and overseas acquirers.

Knightsbridge is proud to be a key member of the K3 Capital Group, a leading UK professional services specialist.

With the expertise of our dedicated team, and the resources of our fellow Group companies, we provide our clients with a holistic business sales service, including legal and in-house tax support.

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Sell a business

After expending a lot of time and investment into building your business, it makes sense to have the right support alongside you to maximise the potential reward for selling it. At Knightsbridge, we combine the extensive resources and infrastructure of a large company with a personal and dedicated team approach.

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Buy a business

Explore businesses for sale across a wide range of industries and sectors. With the help of an expert adviser, the risk in buying a business is minimised. Knightsbridge will navigate you through the process and match you to the ideal opportunity based on your goals, circumstances and funding capabilities.

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Frequently asked questions

I’m interested in buying a business

How do I finance a business acquisition?

There are many ways to raise funds when actively buying a business. Common methods include capital coming from the acquiring business, through to earnouts based on the post-sale performance of existing shareholders.

What deposit is needed to buy a business?

This is a factor of deal negotiations. A sales specialist such as Knightsbridge will learn your requirements in this area, ensuring that a deal structure is secured that suits your funding capabilities, only presenting suitable opportunities to you in the first place.

How long does the buying process take?

Prior to choosing your ideal acquisition, the process depends on when the ideal opportunity arises. Knightsbridge do not rush this process and will present only suitable opportunities to you that fit your tailored requirements and match your acquisition strategy.

Do I need legal representation when buying a business?

Yes. This is also applicable if you know the seller personally, having agreed everything in principle prior. A solicitor will ensure that everything is prepared efficiently, in writing, and legal protocols are executed correctly.

I’m interested in selling my business

How long will it take to sell my business? 

This usually depends on the size of the business, as well any unique circumstances that might be applicable. In business sales, patience is a virtue. A smooth sale can happen within six months, although it is best to expect a longer timeframe due to any unforeseen complications or prolonged negotiations that might occur. Ensuring your deal is maximised and executed efficiently, as well as finding the ‘best fit’ buyer, should be prioritised. Allowing more time for completion may also result in a better deal.

What do I need to prepare to sell my business? 

To gain a deeper understanding of your business, every party involved will wish to study your company’s financial foundations, particularly potential buyers. Getting your finances in order will speed up the process and attract a better quality of buyers.

How is a valuation placed on my business? 

Analysing your finances and comparing your business with similar acquisitions will set a foundation for a valuation, but the value of a company comes down simply to how much a buyer is prepared to pay for it. An experienced adviser will account for potential circumstances that can fluctuate the valuation and help to maximise it. Speak to a Knightsbridge expert to get this process started.

How much does it cost to sell a business?

Marketing your business and securing a sale are the main costs to consider, and it is dependable on the size of your business and many other circumstances. At Knightsbridge, we can provide in-house legal fees which are contingent – meaning you will only pay a pre-agreed fee upon the completion of a successful sale. Our fees are transparent and clearly set out at the beginning of the process. Make an enquiry to gain a better understanding of what costs to expect.

I’m interested in buying a business

How do I finance a business acquisition?

There are many ways to raise funds when actively buying a business. Common methods include capital coming from the acquiring business, through to earnouts based on the post-sale performance of existing shareholders.

What deposit is needed to buy a business?

This is a factor of deal negotiations. A sales specialist such as Knightsbridge will learn your requirements in this area, ensuring that a deal structure is secured that suits your funding capabilities, only presenting suitable opportunities to you in the first place.

How long does the buying process take?

Prior to choosing your ideal acquisition, the process depends on when the ideal opportunity arises. Knightsbridge do not rush this process and will present only suitable opportunities to you that fit your tailored requirements and match your acquisition strategy.

Do I need legal representation when buying a business?

Yes. This is also applicable if you know the seller personally, having agreed everything in principle prior. A solicitor will ensure that everything is prepared efficiently, in writing, and legal protocols are executed correctly. 

I’m interested in selling my business

How long will it take to sell my business? 

This usually depends on the size of the business, as well any unique circumstances that might be applicable. In business sales, patience is a virtue. A smooth sale can happen within six months, although it is best to expect a longer timeframe due to any unforeseen complications or prolonged negotiations that might occur. Ensuring your deal is maximised and executed efficiently, as well as finding the ‘best fit’ buyer, should be prioritised. Allowing more time for completion may also result in a better deal.

What do I need to prepare to sell my business? 

To gain a deeper understanding of your business, every party involved will wish to study your company’s financial foundations, particularly potential buyers. Getting your finances in order will speed up the process and attract a better quality of buyers. 

How is a valuation placed on my business? 

Analysing your finances and comparing your business with similar acquisitions will set a foundation for a valuation, but the value of a company comes down simply to how much a buyer is prepared to pay for it. An experienced adviser will account for potential circumstances that can fluctuate the valuation and help to maximise it. Speak to a Knightsbridge expert to get this process started.

How much does it cost to sell a business?

Marketing your business and securing a sale are the main costs to consider, and it is dependable on the size of your business and many other circumstances. At Knightsbridge, we can provide in-house legal fees which are contingent – meaning you will only pay a pre-agreed fee upon the completion of a successful sale. Our fees are transparent and clearly set out at the beginning of the process. Make an enquiry to gain a better understanding of what costs to expect.