We Focus Solely on YOU—the SME Entrepreneur
In just 90 days, we’ll Help You Acquire a Profitable Business.
Acquisition Assist
The Boutique Investment Banking Service For SME’s
Are you tired of chasing dead-end leads or battling with uncertainty in acquisitions?
With our hand-holding coaching support program, we’ll guide you every step of the way from identifying the right deal to sealing it with confidence.
Meet Martin
A Trusted Mentor in Business World
Martin is a dynamic serial entrepreneur, chartered accountant, and best-selling author of Your Wealth Starts Here (Amazon). With over £50 million in SME business and real estate acquisitions, Martin’s expertise spans both large corporate environments and small businesses.
His deep knowledge helps clients grow and scale with confidence. Known for his sense of humor and ethical approach, Martin believes in making honest deals while being wary of the so-called “gurus” in the industry.
He’s dedicated to achieving “win-win” outcomes but isn’t afraid to take a firm stance when negotiating. With Martin, you’ll have a partner who balances experience with integrity, always striving to help you succeed.
Discover the Benefits of the Acquisition Assist Support Program
At Acquisition Assist, clients have the opportunity to engage with a team boasting a collective experience of over 30 years in SME business and acquisitions. Unlike any other acquisition advisory service for SMEs, our team is led by a chartered accountant with a comprehensive understanding of business and financial strategy.
Our primary objective is to acquire businesses by employing the most effective and affordable techniques while mitigating future customer risks. We leverage our expertise to make informed decisions that drive successful outcomes.
Private Partnership
A “Done-for-You” Acquisition Service for Entrepreneurs Who Want a Seamless Deal Experience
The Private Partnership is designed for business buyers who want results without the hassle. Simply tell us the type of business you’re seeking and your preferred location our team takes care of the rest. We curate a tailored Deal Flow of suitable opportunities, ensuring you see only the businesses that match your acquisition goals.
Led by seasoned M&A and business experts with over 90 years of collective experience, the Private Partnership provides end-to-end support:
Personalized mentoring calls to guide you through every stage of the process
Funding recommendations aligned with your objectives
Introductions to reputable M&A lawyers specializing in acquisitions
Full deal management from sourcing to closing
With this “Done-for-You” service, you gain clarity, save time, and benefit from expert guidance at every step. Whether you’re acquiring your first business or scaling existing ventures, the Private Partnership ensures a smooth, successful, and fully supported acquisition journey.
Unlock the keys to acquisition success with Private Partnership we handle the process, you reap the results.
Senior Partnership
Looking for one-on-one mentorship to master business acquisitions? Our Senior Partnership offers personalised guidance that sets us apart. As a boutique investment banking service, we provide tailored, expert-led mentorship through every stage of your acquisition journey.
From sourcing deals to submitting your first offer, our dedicated advisors work closely with you ensuring you gain the skills and insights needed for success. With one-on-one support, you’ll confidently navigate the entire process, from initial contact to final investment.
Achieve your business goals without the operational hassle.
Sign up today and experience bespoke, hands-on mentorship from industry experts.
A Mentorship Pathway for Entrepreneurs Who Want to Buy Businesses — Not Just Study Them
The Acquisition Partnership is a hands-on, structured mentorship for entrepreneurs serious about buying businesses in the UK. This isn’t a passive course, and it’s not for casual observers. It’s designed to give you clarity, momentum, and confidence at every stage of the deal from sourcing to closing.
Led by Martin Godfrey Legido, Chartered Accountant and Acquisition Strategist, you’ll work inside the same frameworks, documents, and strategies used by active buyers today.
This program removes guesswork, shortens timelines, and replaces isolation with strategic guidance and actionable frameworks. You don’t just learn what should happen you see what actually happens, gaining the confidence and skills to move from research mode to real deals.
Whether it’s your first acquisition or your next, the Acquisition Partnership equips you with everything you need to act decisively, avoid costly mistakes, and build a repeatable strategy for long-term success
What Our Clients Say About Us
Penny Heyes
Thank you to Acquisition Assist for the incredible support. They didn’t just help us identify potential organisations to joint venture and collaborate with they went far beyond that. They helped us clarify our strategy, refine our requirements, and sharpen our service offering, which has been invaluable for our growth going forward. The insight and guidance we received exceeded our expectations and has given us real clarity and direction for the next stage of our business.
Penny Heyes
Martin Graham
Hi Martin & the Acquisition Assist Team,
Just a quick note to say thank you for all your guidance and support. With your help, I’ve broken into the A&M world and started building my group, Manchester Technical Innovations Ltd (soon to be renamed and restructured).
Two months ago I completed my first acquisition, Van Driel Engineering. Since then, things have moved fast another deal completes next week, a third is lined up two months later, and more are in the pipeline. It’s the start of the vision I set out to achieve: building a group of complementary engineering businesses that create real strength together.
As an engineer, I’m process-led get the process right, repeat it, improve it. That mindset has translated perfectly into acquisitions, and it’s been great to see it working in practice.
Thanks again for all the support. Please feel free to use this as a testimonial.
Martin Graham
“Martin has been sincere and diligent in helping myself and others develop their business acumen and the underlying value of the businesses we acquire. It’s great having someone who has been on both sides as an entrepreneur and corporate M&A professional. The perspective is invaluable and I’m happy to recommend Martin and his team to anyone considering how to prepare for a business acquisition.”
Harris Bokhari
I recently completed a successful acquisition under Martin’s mentorship, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome. From the start, Martin’s professionalism and guidance were exceptional. His team provided crucial financial insights that helped me fully understand the business.
Martin’s clear communication, resourcefulness, and dedication throughout the process made all the difference. Their commitment to our shared goals truly stood out.
I’m thrilled with the results and confident in my new company’s potential. I highly recommend Martin and his team to anyone seeking a successful acquisition.
Ting Yi Yang
Brilliant mentor and would highly recommend an incredible wealth of knowledge.
James Tullet
I could not have chosen a better mentor.
Wesley Teixiera & Rebeca Monaka
I learned a lot. It gave me confidence and reassured me that I was doing things right. A pleasant and helpful mentor.
Gema Torres
Flexibility during the course of mentorship was good and appreciated.
Daniela Bauch
It was a great experience for us. Martin was constantly testing us to ensure we were learning and thinking on our own feet. The first day was well structured, focusing heavily on our individual situations, which set the tone and direction for the rest of the mentorship. It was also refreshing to hear that property isn’t the only route to building wealth, and it’s important to have multiple streams of income. We would like to really thank Martin for all the information he shared with us, along with his honesty and patience.
Kavell Coatman - Louise Roland
Martin really helped us develop the negotiation/ sales skills required for our strategy – this will truly help us on achieving our property business objectives.
Tatiele Kist
I would recommend Mr Martin Godfrey to everyone for his experience and way of teaching. He will put you in a position to weigh very carefully the potential deals and how to assess not only the properties but even the people. His knowledge of property is 360 degrees; he’s a sheer entrepreneur. I’m very happy and consider myself lucky to share this experience with him.
Sali Urovi
Martin Godfrey, it was money well invested that will be returned 10-fold in due time. The experience I gained was absolutely priceless and has saved me many years of learning the hard way through making mistakes. I would highly encourage doing a mentorship to anyone serious about their property journey.
Giorgio Insausti
I have just completed a mentorship with Martin Godfrey. He was excellent. He pushed us and gave us focus and direction with our property business.
Thank you, Martin.
Ray Sooner
Martin clearly brings several decades of experience to the table and is able to apply them in relevant ways to property deals and your personal objectives. I will benefit from a wider understanding of the tools at my disposal!
Diego Moore
I have completed a mentorship with Martin Godfrey. It has been an intensive 3 days of valuable learning. The experience has been unique, because rarely would you have the opportunity to learn so much from someone who has so much international combined property and business experience. I have gained valuable practical experience that will help me along the next stage of my property journey.
Thank you, Martin!
Eric Edwards
I have just finished a mentorship with Martin Godfrey. We found Martin to be a great mentor and an amazing person. He inspired us to achieve great things. During the 3 days of training, we received lots of support and encouragement. Thank you very much for all your support. Ardian and Morena
Morena & Ardian Musaraj
Hello Martin! Thanks for your guidance and support on business and more. To anyone thinking of working with Martin, rest assured, you will be in good hands.
John Shaw
Martin Godfrey Legido has been a Mentor of mine for over 10 years now, his capacity to teach, mentor, assist and implement big picture projects and ideas within the Property, Wealth Portfolio and Mergers and Acquisitions space is unmatched in the UK. Martin is also an experienced International Business Influencer and Deal Maker his attention to detail and his resourceful and creative genius have been very inspirational and profitable to me over the years. Martin has also been very helpful with some of my International Clients on the consulting side and his experience and wealth of knowledge around International Business Law and Company structure has proved highly favourable. I can highly and with full confidence recommend Martin and his services. One of the most genuine and highly ethical Business leaders I have had the pleasure of meeting and working with now for over a decade.
Matthew Noronha
Martin is a very knowledgeable and successful entrepreneur operating in many fields of business. Martin has mentored me personally and regularly advises within the property development and business acquisition sectors leading to projects in both areas.
Jayesh Ghagda
I would highly recommend Martin to aid with a variety of business activities after recently completing a 2-day mentorship with him. The time I spent with Martin was invaluable; gaining a deep insight into commercial property and large development sites. He has an exceptional expanse of knowledge about business, mergers and acquisitions, property, and other alternative investments and a great understanding of the economy. He is an excellent teacher and has strong leadership skills. Martin genuinely cares and wants to help others succeed in life, and is able to clearly communicate to others how to navigate the path to wealth.
Sarah Flynn
QUESTIONS?
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