Know Your Worth. Plan Your Future with Confidence.
Build Value. Plan Ahead. Exit on Your Terms.
At Bowlands Chartered Accountants, we help business owners understand the true value of their company and plan smooth, tax-efficient exits. Whether you’re preparing to sell, hand over to family, or plan retirement, our Business Valuation & Exit Planning service gives you clarity, structure, and confidence at every stage of the transition.
Key Services Include
Independent Business Valuations
Understand your company’s market worth using proven valuation methods and industry benchmarks.
Succession & Exit Strategy Planning
Prepare a clear roadmap for ownership transfer, management buyouts, or family succession.
Financial & Tax Planning for Exits
Assess the tax implications of your exit and structure it for maximum efficiency.
Value Enhancement Reviews
Identify areas to strengthen your business before sale or succession to increase buyer appeal.
Post-Exit Support & Advisory
Guidance on reinvestment, capital gains, and retirement planning once the deal is complete.
Benefits of Working with Bowlands
Process
Our Process
Business Review & Goal Setting
We begin by understanding your financials, ownership structure, and future plans.
Valuation & Market Assessment
A full business valuation using financial analysis and market comparables.
Exit Strategy Design
A practical, step-by-step plan outlining timing, structure, and tax positioning.
Implementation Support
We work with your legal and financial advisers to execute your exit efficiently.
Post-Exit Planning
Continued advisory support for reinvestment, tax optimization, and wealth management.
FAQ's
Service FAQs
Ideally, at least 2–3 years before your intended exit — this allows time to strengthen value and plan tax-efficiently.
We use recognised methods such as earnings multiples, discounted cash flow, and asset-based valuation, depending on your industry and structure.
Yes — we provide impartial advice to ensure smooth handovers with minimal disruption.
We can support negotiations and coordinate with solicitors, brokers, and tax specialists.
Yes — our valuations follow accepted professional standards and are fully compliant with UK tax requirements.
You’ve worked hard to build your business. Make sure your next chapter is just as rewarding.