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PRE-SALE PLANNING

Get expert help preparing your business for sale 

Understand what your IFA firm is worth, the range of deal structures available to you, and which buyers are best equipped to look after your clients.

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Build the right foundations

We occasionally speak to founders who can see a business sale or retirement from their financial planning firm on the horizon in the next few years but aren’t yet ready to exit their business. In these cases, we work alongside you to prepare for a business sale and ensure you get the best deal possible when the time comes.

Working with us

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Market overview

With over 10 years' experience specialising exclusively in financial planning, we are well-placed to keep you up to date with all the developments shaping the market. We help you understand the current buyer landscape, likely deal structures for your business and objectives, and the factors shaping timing and outcomes.

Latest insights & guides

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SELLING A FINANCIAL ADVICE FIRM

Asset purchases vs share purchases: what is the difference? UK (2026)

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SELLING A FINANCIAL ADVICE FIRM

Step-by-step guide to preparing to sell your IFA 

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SELLING A FINANCIAL ADVICE FIRM

How to choose an intermediary to sell your IFA business

"Simon and Nancy at Chapters Capital took an informed approach to finding potential acquirers who would meet our brief, and as a result they saved us a lot of time with ‘quality’, rather than ‘quantity’ of meetings. 

When we found the right partner, they helped immensely in guiding us through the process to a successful conclusion."

Julian Palmer

Kingsbridge Wealth Management

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Frequently asked questions

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