No upfront fees
Sell your business with no upfront fees.
No engagement fee. No retainer. No public listing. We only accept businesses we believe we can help sell — so there is nothing to pay to get started.
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Why we can work this way
Technology handles much of the early sale process — research, preparation and outreach — so we don't need to charge a retainer to begin.
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Qualification comes first
We accept established, profitable UK businesses seeking a full sale. Not every business qualifies, and we'll tell you honestly if yours doesn't.
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No public listing
Your business is never published for everyone to browse. We identify who could acquire it and approach them directly.
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What happens at Heads of Terms
A payment of around 20% of the expected fee becomes due when Heads of Terms are signed. It's credited against your final fee and isn't refunded if the deal later fails.
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The success fee
Calculated progressively — 5% on the first £1m, 4% on the next £1.5m, 3% above £2.5m. Each rate only applies to that part of the deal value. Subject to a minimum £15,000 + VAT, less the Heads of Terms payment.
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Unlike a traditional retainer
Many advisers charge monthly or upfront fees whether or not a deal happens. With Offsell, nothing is payable until a transaction reaches an agreed deal stage.
Human experience where it matters. When credible offers arrive, experienced deal advisers support you through negotiation, Heads of Terms, due diligence and completion.
See if your business qualifies.
A short, confidential application. You decide when your identity is disclosed.