by Deborah Quinn | Apr 21, 2026 | Blog, Due Dilligence
Before You Buy a Business: What Clients Need to Know About Due Diligence in Mergers & AcquisitionsWhat this meansWhen buying a business, many clients focus on the opportunity — the growth potential, the customer base, the revenue, or the strategic fit. But one of the...
by Deborah Quinn | Apr 17, 2026 | Blog, Due Dilligence
Due Diligence in M&A: What Buyers Often Discover When It Is Almost Too LateWhat this meansA business acquisition can look compelling at first glance - strong revenue, a recognised brand, valuable customers, or an attractive market position. But in mergers and...
by Deborah Quinn | Feb 10, 2026 | Blog
Horizontal, Vertical, or Conglomerate? The 5 Growth Strategies Every SME Owner Should Know For many Australian business owners, “organic growth” is a slow, grinding process. You hire one new salesperson, sign one new client, and inch revenue forward year by year. But...
by Deborah Quinn | Jan 27, 2026 | Blog, Selling, Selling, Valuations
What SMEs Can Learn From Private Equity to Maximise Business Value Most SME owners assume private equity (PE) firms win through financial engineering, leverage, or ruthless cost cutting. In reality, the best-performing PE firms rely on a disciplined operating playbook...
by Deborah Quinn | Jan 9, 2026 | Uncategorized
How Much Is Your Professional Practice Really Worth?A Practical Guide to Valuation and Exit Planning for Solo Practitioners and Small Firmsalt="Valuation and exit planning for professional services practices"style="width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;...
by Deborah Quinn | Dec 15, 2025 | Blog, Buying, Legal, Selling
Why “Safe” CEO Picks Can Be RiskyWhen markets are unpredictable, many boards delay leadership changes or opt for the most experienced candidate they can find. That feels safe—but it often locks the business into yesterday’s playbook.alt="Board of directors discussing...
by Deborah Quinn | Dec 5, 2025 | Blog, Selling
Selling Your Business in Australia: The 10-Step Exit StrategyThinking about selling your business — now or in the future? Your success won’t just depend on finding the right buyer. It depends on preparation, timing, and the steps you take well before you go to...
by Deborah Quinn | Sep 17, 2024 | Blog, Buying, Selling
Working capital is a fundamental concept in business finance that refers to the difference between a company’s current assets and current liabilities. It is the lifeblood of a business, ensuring it can meet its short-term obligations and operate efficiently. Effective...
by QMA Blog | Mar 15, 2024 | Buying, Tax Advice
Whether you’re looking to sell your established business, or contemplating acquiring a new one, understanding the potential tax implications is paramount. On entering into discussions, one of the critical decisions that both parties need to consider, and...
by Deborah Quinn | Nov 17, 2023 | Buying, Legal, Selling
Buying or selling shares in a company is an exciting financial opportunity. As with any significant business transaction or agreement, when it comes to buying or selling shares, it is imperative that a share sale agreement or share sale contract is entered into. This...
