Practical guides on valuation, vendor finance, financial due diligence, and off-market deal sourcing written by Chartered Accountant Martin Godfrey Legido.
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Buying your first business is exciting... but risky if you overexpose yourself. The goal isn't just to close a deal—it's to secure a future without putting your personal finances at risk.
Most buyers struggle with funding because they rely solely on bank loans. Discover how smart buyers stack asset finance, deferred consideration, and cash flow lending.
Most buyers struggle with valuation not because the numbers are tricky, but because the story around them often misleads. A business is worth what the numbers prove, not what the seller hopes.
Most failing businesses don't look like they're failing. They look busy, shiny, and perfect for your first acquisition. Then you buy them... and suddenly everything makes sense.
Ever looked at a deal and thought: 'Where do I even start?' Here is the 3-minute rule to make sense of any opportunity before wasting hours on CIMs.
No credit checks. No massive down payment. Just smart structuring. Here's how seller financing works and why retiring vendors prefer it.
It's not magic — it's strategy. Yes, you can buy a business with no money down... But before you start dreaming of yachts, let's talk reality.
Still climbing the corporate ladder? Smart buyers are skipping it — and buying businesses instead. You don't need an MBA or millions in the bank.
Thinking of buying a business but don't know where to start? Let's cut through the noise. Essential framework from Chartered Accountant Martin Godfrey Legido.
Are you tired of chasing financial freedom the hard way? Seasoned mentor Martin Godfrey Legido shares why buying a business is the fastest route to true wealth.
Think building from scratch is the only way? Here's what seasoned entrepreneurs know: Starting from zero is optional — and often a costly detour.
Ready to take the leap into acquiring a business? Dive into the essentials of making informed and strategic decisions when purchasing a company.
Think all brokers are out to take advantage of you? Think again! Here's how to spot a credible broker who genuinely helps deals close smoothly.
Don't fall for the 'success' stories pushed by online gurus. They sell dreams and leave clients to deal with the nightmare of failed acquisitions.
On my way to a negotiation for a £5 million business acquisition! Go inside a real SME deal negotiation and see how terms are structured.
The M&A world is filled with so-called gurus promising instant success. Explore the reality of M&A mentoring and how to spot genuine expertise.
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Thinking about starting a business from scratch? Chartered Accountant Martin Godfrey Legido breaks down why buying is safer and smarter.
Thinking of buying a business in a sector you know nothing about? That could be a costly mistake — Martin explains why.
Most people in M&A only talk about acquisitions — but what about mergers? Merging two businesses can create exponential value where 2 + 2 = 6.
Wealth goes beyond business buying — it's about creating financial independence so you can enjoy time, health, and true freedom.
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