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    Acquisition Strategy 5 min read• Mar 2026

    Another Ongoing Deal: Behind the Scenes of a £5M Negotiation

    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.

    MGL
    Martin Godfrey Legido
    Chartered Accountant & Strategic M&A Adviser

    On my way to a negotiation for a £5 million business acquisition!

    It's a critical step in the process. At this level, negotiations rarely hinge solely on headline price — structure, tax efficiency, and post-completion transition terms take center stage.

    Learn how vendor notes, EBITDA bridges, and earn-out clauses come together at the table to protect the buyer while meeting the seller's needs.

    Want Martin to review a specific target company's accounts with you?

    Book a complimentary 45-minute Acquisition Roadmap call to analyze normalized EBITDA, add-backs, and deal structure.