Nordens Strategic Advisory

Exit Planning

Ready to sell your business or pass it on to the next generation? Our Exit Planning service helps you maximise value and transition smoothly, ensuring you leave your business on your terms.

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Planning a successful business exit is a complex process, yet 80% of business owners fail to have a formal exit strategy in place. This lack of planning can result in lower business valuations, costly delays, or missed opportunities.

Whether you’re planning to sell, merge, or pass your business to family, an exit plan is essential to ensure a smooth transition and to maximise the financial reward for your years of hard work.

Our Exit Planning service helps you tackle the challenges head-on, providing the strategy and expertise needed to achieve a successful exit on your terms.

How we help

Our Exit Planning service addresses the range of issues business owners face when preparing for a sale, merger, or succession. Below is an overview of how we help you navigate the complexities of exiting your business while maximising its value:

Strategic Exit Planning

Exit Planning

Our Exit Planning service is designed to help business owners prepare for the sale or transfer of ownership, ensuring you can exit smoothly, maximise value, and protect your legacy.

Valuation Maximisation

Without a clear strategy, many businesses are undervalued at the point of sale. We help position your business to achieve the best possible valuation, ensuring your years of investment and hard work are reflected in the final deal.

Succession Planning

If you plan to hand over the business to family or a trusted successor, we create a tailored succession plan to ensure a seamless transition, avoiding common pitfalls such as unclear leadership roles or family disputes.

Financial & Risk Preparedness

Financial Optimisation

We help you to improve your profitability through a comprehensive pre-exit financial review, reducing unnecessary costs and wastage, to enhance the attractiveness of your business to buyers.

Tax Planning

Poor tax planning can significantly erode the proceeds from a business sale. Our tax experts will structure your exit in the most tax-efficient way possible, helping you retain more of your hard-earned profits.

Risk Mitigation

Many business exits are derailed by unforeseen risks, such as legal disputes, financial irregularities, or operational vulnerabilities. We identify and mitigate these risks early, ensuring your exit process goes smoothly.

Exiting a business is one of the most significant financial events of your life, and, it doesn’t happen overnight. If you are planning to exit within the next 2 years, we need to be starting discussions now. Our Exit Planning service provides the strategic roadmap you need to ensure a smooth transition, whether selling your business or passing it on. Let us help you leave your business on your terms, with peace of mind that you’ve maximised its value and protected your legacy.

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Testimonials

Working with Nordens has been the best business decision I’ve made.

Ali Barker, Folk Suffolk

Outstanding service, reliable, punctual, helpful at every stage and every level — very good.

Paul Vincent

Excellent and user friendly service. Joe and the team are a pleasure to deal with and always very helpful.

Patrick Madigan

Why Choose Nordens Exit Planning Services?

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1) Maximise Your Business’s Value

An effective exit plan can increase the value of your business by up to 20%, ensuring you get the best possible return on your investment.

Frequently asked questions

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Why do I need an exit plan?

Without a formal exit plan, you risk selling your business for less than it’s worth or facing legal and financial complications. A plan helps you prepare for the future, ensuring a smooth transition and maximising the value of your business.

02

When should I start planning my exit?

The sooner, the better. Ideally, you should begin planning at least 3-5 years before your intended exit to give yourself time to optimise your business, but even if you’re on a shorter timeline, we can help.

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How can I ensure my business is valued correctly?

We help you prepare by ensuring financial clarity, reducing inefficiencies, and improving profitability—all key factors that increase the value of your business to potential buyers or successors.

Useful Resources

Access a treasure trove of practical tools designed to make running your business smoother and smarter. From business planning templates to cash flow forecasting guides, these resources are built to help you stay organised, make informed decisions, and focus on growth. Whether you're mapping out your next big move or refining your day-to-day operations, we've got you covered.

  • Business Valuation Calculator

  • Business Plan Template

  • Invoice Templates

Exiting your business is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Let our Exit Planning service guide you through the process, ensuring you maximise your return, avoid common pitfalls, and protect your legacy. Contact us today to start planning your exit on your terms.