"There is a time to sow,a time to reap and a time to harvest"

VALUATIONSBusinessVision has expert consultants in specialist business sectors to carry out an accuratevaluation of a business.

When an owner of a business decides to sell, one of the main questions in his/her mind ishow much is my business worth?

There are many factors that determine a Valuation and the valuation process is oftenreferred to as a skill or Art of Science. Various formulas and techniques are used but thebasic principal however at the end of the day is 'A business is only worth what someoneis prepared to pay for it' to determine an accurate valuation, comparative methods ofsimilar businesses is said to indicate accuracy.

The following are indicators of how the following businesses are valued:

FREEHOLD RETAILIn the sale of freehold retail, convenience stores and supermarkets, factors such as weeklyturnover, location of the property, condition, potential for expansion, threat of new entrants,competition and gross margin after turnover are all important factors.

LEASEHOLDThe valuation of leasehold of a similar retail business is based on turnover, gross margin, andthe condition of the shop, terms of the lease, location and future potential.

MANUFACTURING/DISTRIBUTIONValuation of manufacturing/distribution business is based on asset value (Fixed currentassets) jobs in progress, multiple of net profits and future potential.

CAFE/DELI FOOD RESTAURANTThe valuation of a cafe/deli food restaurant business is based on turnover, gross margin,net profits, condition, location, footfall, fit-out and contents.

SERVICE BUSINESS - PROFESSIONAL SERVICESValuation is usually based on percentage annual turnover fees, net profit & earnings, profileand customer base.

LARGE SECURITY SECTOR BUSINESSES SUCHAS SECURITY COMPANIESOR CORPORATE CLEANING COMPANIESValuation is based on turnover, multiple of net profits, residual income fromlong term contracts, profile of customer base and net assets.

PUBSValuation of a pub is based on turnover, location of the property, condition, potentialfor expansion and development of the site and the mix of turnover - food/drink/off-licence sales.

HOTELSValuation of a hotel is based on turnover, number of rooms, condition, location,profitability, occupancy.

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Business Vision provides a highly professional and confidential sales consultancyservice to buyers and sellers of small-medium sized businesses nationwide.Our portfolio of clients include a range of high profile corporate organisationsand SMEs.We also specialize in the buying and selling of pubs and restaurants.

Business Vision maintains an immediate large classified listing of both businessesfor sale and potential buyers who are actively seeking to buy, lease or acquire aparticular type of business or acquisition nationwide.

about usBusinessVision provides a professional private sales consultancy service to buyers andsellers of small-medium sized businesses nationwide. Established in 1996, we haverepresented businesses in the manufacturing, construction, retail, distribution,publican and hospitality trades, property investment, the service sectors andcommercial sectors in the private sale of their business.

Our services involve valuing the going concern and business assets, preparing abusiness prospectus and targeting key buyers for the business, be they investors orother parties within the business sector.

We provide an extremely private and confidential service, and do not publiclypromote or advertise the business for sale. Before we discuss any of our businessesfor sale we require potential buyers to fill out and sign a Confidentiality Agreementwhich declares that they will not disclose any information or material received toany third party. We tend to privately approach a shortlist of companies orindividuals who are strategically positioned to buy the business in question.

experienceExperienced in selling and buying businesses in following sectors:

• Hospitality sector (pubs, restaurants, nightclubs & hotels)• Manufacturing, packaging and distribution companies• Service sector businesses• Retail, supermarkets and convenience stores• Filling stations• Irish commercial property freehold and leasehold lettings• UK & European commercial property investments• Franchises• Liquor licenses

servicesSELLING A BUSINESS"There is a time to sow, a time to reap and a time to harvest"Business Proverb.

There comes a stage when a business owner or Director decides to sell theirbusiness.The reason can vary for wishing to sell, be it retirement, no interestfrom family members wishing to continue on with the business, burn-out,business growing too fast to control, or simply one wants a change.

Business Vision provides a private and confidential sales consultancyservice which includes:

• Valuations of business• Preparing a prospectus of the business for sale• Executing a binding Confidentiality Agreement• Developing sales and marketing plan• Buyer sourcing/identification• Buyer targeting• Negotiations - sale agreement• Dialogue to sale completion

mission statementBusinessVision are dedicated and committed to providing our clients with thehighest quality of service and professionalism when buying or selling abusiness. We will quickly identify and implement a course of action necessaryto make this a smooth and successful transition while always maintainingprivacy and confidentiality.

PREVIOUS CLIENTS SINCE 2005 INCLUDE:

SERVICE COMPANIESFealevalley Plant Hire Ltd., Abbeyfeale, Limerick.Secure All Security Ltd., Galway.Trionics CCTV Security, Dublin.Conservatory Centre, Galway.Britton Contractors Road Sweeping, Dublin.Healthy Living e-commerce site, Nationwide.

MANUFACTURING/PACKAGING/DISTRIBUTIONEveryday Foods, Galway.Ropers STS Electrical/Tool Distribution, Dublin.Loughnane Meats, Loughrea, Galway.Chrome Ireland, Dublin.

RETAILBallycummin Shopping Centre & Spar Supermarket, Limerick.Centra Dorset Street, Dublin.CentraTexaco Filling Station, Galway Road,Tuam.Gala Supermarket, Scariff, Co. Clare.Texaco Costcutter, Ballindine, Co. Mayo.Mace, Middleton, Co. Cork.Everyday Newsagent, Galway.Maloney’s Corner Store, Galway.Londis, Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo.

In regard to retail sales of convenience stores and supermarketswe have a broad database of potential independent buyers andnational symbol group contacts that ensure we can achievepremium price for business.

PUBS / FREEHOLDSMoor Lane, Cashel, CoTipperary.Booze Bar, Dunmore, Co Galway.Little Clancys, Carrick on Shannon, Co Leitrim.TheWhite Horse, Headford, Co. Galway.The Black River Inn, Shrule, Co. Mayo.The Copper Beech, Straide, Foxford, Co. Mayo.

PUBS / HOTELS LEASEHOLDSMonks, Ballyvaughan, Co Clare.Kingsvalley Hotel, Dublin Road, Galway.Hooper Bar, Swinford, Co. Mayo.Martyn’s Bar, Dunmore, Co. Galway.

B&BsAston House, Bishop O’Donnell Road, Galway.Abbey Lodge , College Road, Galway.

RESTAURANTS & CAFÉSArea Franchise Arabica, Dublin area.Arabica, Galway.Ambiance Restaurant, Gort, Galway.Moorings, Oranmore. Co Galway.

COMMERCIAL UNITS FREEHOLDSBlock 1 and 2, Cottage Hill Business Park, Loughrea,containing eight units.Unit 5, NorthWest Business Park, Carrick on Shannon.

COMMERCIAL LETSAt BusinessVision we acquire tenants for Commercial Properties.We have a database of blue-chip clients looking for commercialproperty on an ongoing basis.Example:Country Stoves & Fireplaces,Tuam Road, Galway.Boyle Sports, Ballycummin, Limerick.Mocha Beans,Tuam, Galway.

LIQUOR LICENCE BROKERAGEAt BusinessVision we provide a comprehensive Service for thebuying or selling of seven day liquor licences.

FRANCHISESPitmanTraining, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway.Smart Cartridge, Galway.Arabica Coffee, Dublin area.Mocha Beans, Nationwide.

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