What Happens If Something Unexpected Comes Up During Due Diligence? Unexpected issues during due diligence is actually something we expect. Every business has its surprises. The question isn’t whether something unexpected will surface during due diligence, it’s how everyone responds when it does. At Epitome Capital, we’ve built our Quiet Read more
“What is an earn-out?” I hear you ask. When you sell your business, not every pound of the sale price always lands on day one.Sometimes, part of the payment depends on how the business performs after completion.That’s where the earn-out comes in. Earn-outs can sound complicated (or even risky) but Read more
For many UK business owners, the biggest question isn’t about valuation. It’s about people. “What happens to your staff when you sell your business?” You can negotiate deal terms and structure payments. But that one question sits quietly in the background. At Epitome Capital, we hear it every week. And Read more
A practical UK guide to partial business exits, including retained equity, control, valuation, governance, future payments, seller involvement and planning the final sale.
It’s a common image.A buyer walks into your office, shakes your hand, and slides a suitcase across the table, packed with banknotes. Deal done. But here’s the reality:That never happens.Not in the UK. Not in any serious business acquisition. The myth is persistent because it’s simple. But the truth is Read more
If you’ve ever typed how to sell your business quietly into Google, you already know. There is a lot of noise around most business sales. Brokers, public listings, and “For Sale” announcements may get attention, but they also create risk. Staff worry. Competitors speculate. Clients get nervous. A quiet sale, Read more
Wondering how to sell a business without a broker? You’re not alone. More UK owners are looking for a direct, confidential way to exit—without listings, intermediaries, or fanfare. For many, it’s about protecting their legacy, not just closing a deal. But how does it work in practice? In this guide, Read more
Seller protection in deferred payments isn’t just a technicality, it’s a survival strategy. For many UK business owners exiting their company, a portion of the final sale price is paid later. That’s fine when things go to plan. But what happens when they don’t? Deferred deals can quietly expose sellers Read more