Find the Right Business to Buy in Australia

Most people spend months looking at businesses that don't match what they actually want. We help you narrow down your options and understand what you're really buying before you commit.

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Three Things That Actually Matter

When you're buying a business, some factors matter more than others. Here's what we focus on with every client in Queensland and beyond.

Financial Reality

We look at what the business actually makes, not what the seller says it could make. Cash flow, debt obligations, and seasonal variations tell the real story.

Customer Base

A business with three major clients is different from one with three hundred. We help you understand concentration risk and what happens if someone leaves.

Transition Support

Will the current owner stick around for a month or six? Their involvement during handover can make or break your first year as the new operator.

Professional business valuation analysis and market assessment

Understanding What You're Paying For

Every business valuation starts with earnings. But it's never just about the multiple. Location matters. Industry trends matter. The condition of equipment and leases matter.

We've seen people overpay for businesses that looked good on paper but had hidden issues with supplier contracts or local market shifts. And we've seen genuine opportunities get passed over because buyers didn't understand the niche.

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Comprehensive due diligence process for business acquisition

Due Diligence That Goes Beyond the Numbers

Financial statements only tell part of the story. We look at staff turnover rates, customer satisfaction patterns, and whether the business actually owns what it claims to own.

One client almost bought a cafe in Cairns before we discovered the head chef was planning to leave and take half the recipes with him. Another found out their dream retail space had a lease renewal coming up with terms that could triple the rent.

Asset verification and ownership confirmation
Staff contracts and key person dependencies
Lease terms and renewal conditions
Supplier agreements and exclusivity clauses

From First Meeting to Taking Over

The process usually takes between three and six months, depending on the business complexity and how quickly you can get financing sorted.

1

Initial Assessment

We discuss what you're looking for and review your budget and experience. This helps us focus on realistic opportunities.

2

Business Search

We identify potential matches and provide initial analysis on each option, including red flags we spot early.

3

Deep Review

Once you've chosen a business, we conduct thorough due diligence and help negotiate terms that protect your interests.

4

Handover Plan

We coordinate the transition period and make sure you understand operations before the current owner steps back.

Hugh Brennan - Business Acquisition Specialist
Hugh Brennan
Acquisition Specialist

I started helping people buy businesses in 2018 after watching too many friends make expensive mistakes. The biggest issue? They fell in love with an idea instead of evaluating the actual business.

If you're thinking about buying a business in 2025 or 2026, start your research now. Good opportunities don't sit on the market for long, and you want time to make a smart decision.

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