SELL YOUR BUSINESS | Firebird Capital

Sell to Firebird for £1.8m-£9.0m

We solve succession issues and deliver strong growth through fair deals, hard work and continuous improvement.

We are so committed to providing fair valuations and clear, simple structures for business owners that we are happy to publish our approach below.

About Firebird

STEP 1

Are we Able to Buy Your Business?

Your time is valuable, so let's make sure that Firebird is the right choice for your business.

We would recommend you review our Investment Criteria using the link below to check that we are a good fit for you.

Investment criteria

STEP 2

Business Valuation

As you might imagine, there are a huge number of variables that affect the value of a business.

As a rough indication, Firebird buys SMEs on multiples of 2.0x - 6.0x earnings.

STEP 3

Initial Discussion

If you feel that Firebird could be a good fit for you, the next step is to have an introductory chat. Book an initial meeting with a Director below.

Speak to a Director

STEP 4

Negotiation & Due Diligence

Once we have discussed your business and, assuming Firebird is a good fit for you, we will make a non-binding offer for your business. If acceptable to you, we will begin due diligence and legal negotiation with a view to completing a transaction in under three months.

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Sell with Confidence to Firebird Capital

Don't lose out on up to £9.0 million of value, book a meeting with one of our Directors.

During this meeting, we'll discuss your business, address any questions or concerns you may have, and explore the best way to move forward.

Speak to a Director

Fair Valuations

Firebird believes in a fair valuation that works for Sellers, Buyers and the ongoing management team. We buy SMEs on multiples of 2.0x - 6.0x earnings.

Clear Deal Structures

Often M&A deal structures are complex and heavily favour the Buyer. We believe in simplicity and clarity, which is why we publish our key terms.

Shared Success

We believe in aligning interests, so Firebird allocates shares to key team members and provides further opportunity for career progression.

Proactive Support

Firebird proactively drives growth through strategic planning, financial expertise and operational experience.

Certified Scaling Up Coach

Our Director is a certified Scaling Up Business Coach with a proven track record of growing and exiting businesses.

No debt

Firebird uses existing cash reserves to acquire businesses and fund growth, removing the risks and hassle of using bank debt

Speed

Firebird is able to complete a transaction in under three months, minimising disruption to the business and the management team.

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