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For over 30 years we have helped match thousands of business buyers and sellers resulting in total transaction deal flow in excess of £5 billion. Our members also receive updates on the latest distressed businesses and get exclusive acquisition insights and resources.
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Featured Businesses For Sale
Fireplace & Stoves Showroom
A fireplace and stove business that focuses on the mid to high end sector of the market, offering sales of fires, surrounds and sundries....
Installer of Windows, Doors & Conservatories
Leading installer of windows doors and conservatories in West Midlands. Founded in 2006 by current shareholders....
Tanker Haulage Company
The business provides collection and delivery of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals and fluids, including but not limited to fuel, oil, acids and waste....
Portfolio of Care Homes
A portfolio of elderly care homes conveniently clustered in the East Midlands. The management run businesses are highly profitable and well presented....
Highly Rated Fish & Chips Shop
The business has built up an excellent reputation during its time of trading. As seen by the online ratings and reviews, the business is extremely popular within the local area....
IT Telecoms Platform
The business serves a national corporate client base, with the benefit of international software this has since inception built a loyal base of over 400 channel partners…...
Fire & Security Company
Well-established fire and security company specialising in the design and installation of a wide range of electrical and physical security solutions for the commercial and industrial sectors....
Financial Advisory Firm
A telephone-based financial advisory firm which has a consistent profit margin as well as high annual turnover. A retirement sale…...
Water Treatment & Hygiene Specialist
Established water treatment and water hygiene specialists with a core focus on legionnaire control. The company provides unparalleled levels of service compared to its competitors....
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Each month, hundreds of companies for sale are listed with us by private owners, business brokers, accountants and intermediaries across the UK. There are also extraordinary opportunities for entrepreneurs to buy distressed businesses and assets. We publish daily listings of all UK companies in administration, liquidation and winding-up petitions.
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