Buying a business, with the numbers tested.
We advise acquirers and investors on valuing a target, structuring the deal and managing due diligence through to completion.
An acquisition is only as good as the price paid and the protections agreed. A buy-side advisor tests what the target is really worth, challenges the numbers and negotiates terms that reflect what due diligence finds.
Our corporate finance and tax teams work together, so the structure, the funding and the tax cost of the deal are considered before terms are agreed, not afterwards.
What we do for buyers
- Target screening and approach
- Valuation and financial modelling
- Deal structuring and funding strategy
- Negotiating terms and heads of agreement
- Financial and tax due diligence, including quality of earnings
- Coordinating legal and other advisors through to completion
Who this is for
- Owner-managed and mid-market businesses growing through acquisition
- Investors and family offices acquiring Irish companies
- Groups acquiring in Ireland and cross-border
Assess
Understand the target, its value and the strategic fit.
Structure
Agree how the deal is structured, funded and taxed.
Diligence
Test earnings, net debt and tax exposures before you commit.
Complete
Negotiate protections and coordinate the legal documents to completion.
What does a buy-side advisor do?
We act for the buyer: valuing the target, advising on structure and price, negotiating terms and managing financial and tax due diligence, so that you pay a fair price and understand the risks before you complete.
How long does an acquisition take?
It varies with the size and complexity of the target, but from agreeing terms to completion usually takes a number of months, much of it in due diligence and legal documentation.
How is the price of a target decided?
Usually by reference to maintainable earnings, cash flow, growth prospects and risk, tested against comparable transactions. Due diligence findings can then adjust the price or the protections.
Can you help us fund the acquisition?
Yes. We advise on the funding mix and help you prepare the case for lenders and investors. See our page on funding advice.
This page is general information and is not advice. Speak to an advisor about your circumstances before acting.
