FAQs
How long does a typical acquisition take?
Typically, several months from strategy to settlement, depending on how long it takes to identify suitable businesses and how quickly sellers engage.
We focus exclusively on off-market opportunities. These can move faster or slower than broker-led processes, but they tend to produce better-aligned outcomes and more realistic deal terms. We’ll talk through expected timing early, based on your objectives and acquisition criteria.
What kind of businesses do you target?
We focus on profitable, complementary businesses that strengthen your existing business.
These are typically competitors or adjacent businesses where strategic fit, cashflow, and risk profile align with the buyer’s objectives. The focus is on disciplined selection and deal quality rather than post-acquisition operational change.
Do I need financing before starting?
No. You don’t need financing locked in before we begin.
Part of our role is assessing funding options and structuring acquisitions in a way that is financeable. Lenders typically assess the combined cashflow and debt service capacity of your existing business and the acquisition target, which can work in your favour. Where required, we work with our finance network to support funding and structure optimisation as the deal progresses.
How do you manage the entire acquisition process?
We manage the acquisition end-to-end.
This includes strategy and planning, off-market search, opportunity screening, valuation, negotiation, due diligence coordination, finance support, legal process management, and settlement. Our role is to reduce risk and workload so you can stay focused on running your business.
What is the Buy-and-Build strategy, and why does it matter?
Buy-and-Build is about growing deliberately through acquisition, not buying businesses opportunistically.
It focuses on acquiring the right businesses through disciplined selection and deal execution, rather than chasing one-off opportunities. When executed in a disciplined manner, it creates scale, improves cashflow and borrowing capacity, and builds long-term business value.
What kind of results have you achieved?
We’ve helped SME owners grow revenues by $50M+ through disciplined acquisitions, and Aaron brings direct experience acquiring and operating businesses himself.
Outcomes vary by deal, but the focus is always on sustainable improvements rather than short-term wins.
How involved do I need to be as the owner?
You remain involved in key decisions, but we manage the heavy lifting.
Our role is to minimise distraction by handling the process and keeping you focused on your existing business. The level of involvement varies by deal, but it is always structured and deliberate.
How are fees structured, and when are they paid?
Fees are transparent and aligned to the work involved at each stage of the process.
Some components are fixed fee, some ongoing, and the final settlement fee is tied to completion. Fees are outlined clearly upfront, so you understand what you’re paying for and when, before committing.
Do you handle integration after settlement?
No. Our role concludes at settlement. Where required, we support a structured handover and introduce trusted advisers or operators to assist with post-acquisition integration.