Business Valuation & Exit Planning

At Friesian Business Services, we believe every business owner should know the true value of their company — not just for potential sale, but for strategic decision-making, investment readiness, and long-term planning. Our Business Valuation & Exit Planning services are designed to uncover hidden value, reduce deal risk, and maximize returns when the time is right.

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✅ Key Services Included:

🔸 Independent Business Valuations

• We conduct comprehensive, unbiased valuations using globally accepted methodologies (DCF, market comps, asset-based models).

• Valuations are tailored for various scenarios: sale, investment, internal restructuring, or legal/shareholder events.

• We adjust for normalised EBITDA, owner-related expenses, and asset reclassifications to ensure clarity and accuracy.

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🔸 Exit Readiness Assessment

• We evaluate all key components that affect exit value: governance, documentation, risk profile, financials, and team structure.

• A “traffic light” dashboard identifies priority areas for improvement before going to market.

• You’ll receive a step-by-step readiness plan to ensure your business is attractive and investable.

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🔸 Value Enhancement Roadmap

• We identify short- and medium-term actions that can increase valuation by improving revenue quality, reducing dependency risks, and professionalising operations.

• This may include implementing reporting systems, cleaning up financial statements, securing key contracts, or formalising IP/assets.

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🔸 Sale Strategy & Buyer Targeting

• Advisory on optimal timing and deal structure (outright sale, phased exit, MBO, equity partner, etc.).

• Buyer identification, profiling, and direct outreach where appropriate.

• Preparation of investor/buyer packs, including information memorandums, forecasts, and Q&A prep.

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🔸 Owner & Family Succession Support

• If your exit involves generational handover, we help with governance, shareholder restructuring, and alignment of vision.

• Tax, estate, and trust structuring support provided in collaboration with legal/tax partners.

• Emotional readiness and long-term wealth preservation are also considered as part of the exit journey.

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💡 Why It Matters:

Too many business owners leave value on the table because they wait too long or go to market unprepared. Our role is to unlock full enterprise value, protect your legacy, and ensure your business is sold on your terms — at the right time, to the right buyer, for the right price.