Wednesday, 7 December 2011
In this final episode of No More Practice 2, the players reflect on their journey and share their key learnings. The Selector Group's Ian Jordan and Brett Abikhair are clear on their plans for the future and explain how they came to an unexpected conclusion in their decisions. Financial Design for Life's Chris Browne reflects on how his horizons have broadened regarding potential buyers and how this has benefited him. What do our judges think? Watch on as our sellers prepare for the all-important Judgement Day! Play
Wednesday, 30 November 2011
In this week’s No More Practice 2, CommInsure’s Tim Browne shows The Selector Group’s Ian Jordan and Brett Abikhair how to improve both reputation and referral potential through improving quality of advice. Fidelity International’s Gerard Doherty then shares the secrets of faster business growth with Brett and Ian, while Financial Design for Life’s Chris Browne learns the keys to successful negotiation and how to pick the right buyer for your business from Hall & Wilcox Lawyers’ Adrian Lynch. Our judges weigh in on our sellers’ progress and discuss the best ways to shorten the buyout period. Play
Tuesday, 29 November 2011
A pre-contractual summary of key deal terms can help ensure that "everyone is on the same page" before a binding commitment is made. However, care must be exercised to understand which terms are binding and to ensure that key terms agreed 'in principle' make their way into the substantive sale contract precisely as expected. Read More
Tuesday, 25 October 2011
Welcome to the launch of No More Practice series 2, the only reality show for the financial planning community. Building upon the standout success of series 1, No More Practice 2 brings together the biggest names in the industry and follows the journey of financial planners on the quest to grow their businesses. Watch the deals unfold as our players encounter the best in the business. You won’t believe what unfolds on the show and who ends up ahead. Play
Wednesday, 14 September 2011
NAB Financial Planner Banking’s Shane Kirsch discusses the latest trends in practice valuations, Robbie Bennetts believes many advisers overestimate the value of their practices while Hall & Wilcox Lawyers’ Adrian Lynch outlines factors which can negatively impact the valuation process. Play
Thursday, 18 August 2011
The key asset and rightful focus in any financial services asset disposal are the clients. However, scant regard (if any) is given to the sale structure until a professional adviser - usually a lawyer or accountant - raises the issue with the parties Read More
Thursday, 11 August 2011
Mills Oakley Lawyers’ Martin Checketts says many business owners go blind into the sale process, Business Health's Rod Bertino discusses how to present businesses in the best light and Hall & Wilcox Lawyers' Adrian Lynch explains why it is important to go into the sale process with an open mind. Play
Wednesday, 10 August 2011
Mills Oakley Lawyers’ Martin Checketts discusses the how to maximise sale price, Hall & Wilcox Lawyers’ Adrian Lynch believes many transactions can be improved while Business Health’s Rod Bertino says purchasers often leave gaps in due diligence. Play
Monday, 8 August 2011
Business Health's Rod Bertino discusses how to make your business look to potential buyers, Mills Oakley Lawyers' Martin Checketts warns that many sellers go blind into the sale process and Hall & Wilcox Lawyers' Adrian Lynch says financial planners need to be careful about misrepresentation in selling. Play
Thursday, 4 August 2011
If you are selling all or part of your business, have found a willing and able buyer and have struck a price that meets expectations, there are a number of questions you should ask yourself before proceeding to documentation and completion. Read More
