Professional Business Valuations
Whether you are planning to sell, considering retirement, going through a partnership dissolution, or simply want to understand what your business is worth, an accurate professional valuation is essential. At Watkins Commercial, we have been providing business valuations in Brighton, Hove and Sussex for over four decades.
Our Valuation Process
Every valuation we produce is based on a thorough assessment of the business and its market context. Our process includes:
- Premises inspection: A visit to assess the location, condition, layout and general appeal of the business premises
- Financial review: Analysis of at least two years' trading accounts, including turnover trends, profitability and owner's drawings
- Lease assessment: Review of the lease terms, including unexpired term, rent, rent review provisions and any restrictive covenants
- Asset appraisal: Evaluation of fixtures, fittings, equipment and any stock included in the sale
- Market comparison: Reference to our extensive database of completed sales to benchmark the valuation against comparable transactions
Valuation Methods
We employ industry-standard valuation methods appropriate to the type and size of business:
- Earnings multiple method: Applying a market-appropriate multiple to the adjusted net profit
- Asset-based valuation: Assessing the value of the tangible assets where these represent significant value
- Comparable evidence: Drawing on our records of completed sales to validate the valuation
When You Might Need a Valuation
- Preparing to sell your business
- Partnership disputes or dissolution
- Divorce or matrimonial proceedings
- Tax planning and estate planning
- Securing finance or investment
- Insurance purposes
All valuations are provided on a confidential basis. As members of the NAEA and ICBA, we adhere to strict professional standards in all our work. Contact us on 01273 709090 to arrange a valuation appointment.