Acquire a business

Acquiring a business can feel like a minefield – there are so many things to consider. At Swoop, we get it. That’s why we’ve broken it down into these simple steps so you have everything you need to know about acquiring a business, how to conduct due diligence, and where to find a business to acquire.

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1. Find a business

It’s early days. Let’s make sure you’ve got all the basics covered so you’re all set for the next step in your journey.

2. Secure funding

It’s now time to make sure you have the capital available to acquire your chosen business. Review a range of options that will help you acquisition.

3. Plan a successful acquisition

Get expert advice on how to thrive.

From due diligence, to a merger strategy, find out how to plan a successful acquisition.

Steps to acquiring a business

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Swoop Finance Limited helps UK firms access business finance by working directly with businesses and their trusted advisors. We act as a credit broker, not a lender, and do not provide loans or finance products ourselves. We introduce applicants to a panel of lenders, equity funds, and grant agencies based on individual circumstances and creditworthiness.
Commission Disclosure: We typically receive a commission from the finance provider (either a fixed fee or a fixed percentage of the amount you receive) upon successful placement. Different providers pay different rates. For certain lenders, we may have influence over the interest rate, which can impact the total amount payable under your agreement.
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  • FCA: Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority as a credit broker (FRN: 936513) and registered as an Account Information Services Provider (Ref: 833145).

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