Accountancy Practices for Sale in the UK: What Buyers Should Know Before Registering Interest
Quick answer: Check four things before you register interest in an accountancy practice for sale in the UK. Does the practice fit what you want? Will the revenue come with you? Are you ready to fund the deal, with proof of funds? What risks might you take on? Get clear on these first. What Does […]
TUPE Explained: What Happens to Staff When You Buy or Sell an Accountancy Practice
TUPE accountancy practice sale deals raise one big question. What happens to the team? Here is what TUPE UK law does, in plain terms. It protects staff when a business changes hands. Asset and business sales often trigger it. A share sale usually does not. That is because the employer stays the same. Partial sales […]
Selling Accounting Practice? Step-by-Step Guide to Maximising Your Sale Price
Selling Accounting Practice? Step-by-Step Guide to Maximising Your Sale Price Introduction Most practice owners get selling accounting practice wrong. They spend decades building their firm. Then they assume a buyer will pay them what it’s worth. That’s not what happens. Buyers don’t pay for what your practice was. They pay for what it will be after […]
Accountancy Practice Acquisition: What Buyers Look for and How to Attract Serious Offers
Accountancy Practice Acquisition: What Buyers Look for and How to Attract Serious Offers Introduction Most sellers price their practice, list it, and wait. Then they’re surprised when buyers don’t show up, or when they do, they come in low. Here’s the real problem. Most accountancy practice owners don’t prepare for a sale. They prepare for […]
Business Asset Disposal Relief in 2026: What the 18% Rate Rise Means for Your Accountancy Practice Sale
Business Asset Disposal Relief in 2026: What the 18% Rate Rise Means for Your Accountancy Practice Sale Introduction Most accountancy practice owners think Business Asset Disposal Relief works the same way it did a few years ago. It doesn’t. The rate is now 18%. A lot of sellers will pay more than they planned. That’s the real […]
How to Fund an Accountancy Practice Acquisition: Loans, Vendor Finance and Private Equity Explained
How to Fund an Accountancy Practice Acquisition: Loans, Vendor Finance and Private Equity Explained Introduction Most buyers think finance is the easy part. Find the right practice. Agree a price. Go to the bank. Job done. That’s rarely how it works. The first shock is usually the deposit. Banks won’t fund 100% of an accountancy practice acquisition. You need […]
Succession Planning for Accountants: Options Beyond Retirement
Succession Planning for Accountants: Options Beyond Retirement Introduction Succession planning for accountants isn’t just about the day you stop working. It’s about choosing how you exit on your own terms, before someone else forces the call. Most UK practice owners start thinking about this two to three years before they want out. That’s too late for many routes. An internal sale to a staff member can […]
How Much Is My Accountancy Practice Valuation? A 2026 UK Guide
How Much Is My Accountancy Practice Valuation? A 2026 UK Guide Introduction Most practice owners think their firm is worth roughly 1.2 times their annual fees. That number has been repeated at ICAEW events for decades. In 2026, it is still being quoted. And in 2026, it is almost useless on its own. Here is the truth. […]
Geographic Acquisition Strategy: Why Location Is the #1 Factor in Accountancy Practice Deals
The 7 Mistakes That Kill Your Accountancy Practice Sale Value (And How to Avoid Them) Introduction Many buyers think buying an accountancy firm is just about buying a list of fees. They look at gross profits and average fee sizes. This is a huge mistake that can ruin your purchase. The success of a deal depends mostly […]
The 7 Mistakes That Kill Your Accountancy Practice Sale Value (And How to Avoid Them)
The 7 Mistakes That Kill Your Accountancy Practice Sale Value (And How to Avoid Them) Introduction Most accountancy practice owners spend decades building a business only to watch its value vanish during a sale. They assume their recurring fees and loyal client list guarantee a massive payout from an eager buyer. The reality of the […]