Starting or investing in a business

If you are thinking of starting a business this might be set up and operated in a number of different ways. We can help with advice on this and on the other essential matters to consider before starting to trade. In addition, if you intend to make an investment in an existing business whether by yourself or jointly with others please speak to us first to avoid some of the common pitfalls.

Establishing a business from scratch or investing in an existing business requires a good deal of initial thought. Invariably, if you are involved in the day-to-day management of the business, it will call for an appreciable investment of both your time and money.

Before investing in a start-up or an existing business it is important to understand and plan for a number of different things. These include:

the most appropriate structure for your business or investment;
the management and control of the entity and the level of your involvement; and
your exit strategy in order to recoup your investment.

In many cases people start businesses jointly with others and investments into existing business are already controlled by others. Managing this relationship usually adds an extra dimension to what needs to be considered.

At Shaw Marsden we are able to guide you through all of these considerations and issues to help you achieve your business goals. Call us on 01823 - 330944 or send us your details.