Business owners | Planning for exit or succession

Planning for
Exit or Succession

Whether you’re thinking of selling, stepping back, or passing the reins, early planning pays off — both financially and emotionally.

Key Benefits

  • Build a clear roadmap for sale, succession, or gradual exit
  • Protect value and minimise tax on extraction or transfer
  • Gain confidence and control over life after business
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Our
Approach

Stepping away from a business you’ve built is one of the biggest financial transitions you’ll ever face. We help you plan it strategically — so you can exit on your terms, with financial freedom and peace of mind.

Our process starts with understanding what your next chapter looks like. Do you want to sell outright, gift shares to family, or reduce your involvement gradually? We’ll model your income needs and options, helping you achieve tax efficiency through reliefs like Business Asset Disposal Relief (formerly Entrepreneurs’ Relief) while protecting the value you’ve created.

We also help structure proceeds to support your lifestyle and investment goals — from tax-efficient reinvestment to long-term wealth preservation. By coordinating with legal and accounting partners, we ensure your exit plan is watertight, realistic, and aligned with your bigger picture.

Independent advice, personal service, and no pressure.

Your first meeting is free. Why not get in touch to see how we can help you?

Empire House, Lewisham Road, Slaithwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5AL

Phone: 01484 810 601
Email: info@heritagews.co.uk
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Information

We provide independent financial planning and investment advice to clients based in the United Kingdom only.

The content on this website is for information purposes only and should not be regarded as personal financial advice.
Investments can go down as well as up and you may not get back the amount originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

Address & Registered Office: Empire House, Lewisham Road, Slaithwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5AL

Heritage Wealth Solutions is a trading name of Heritage WS Ltd and is a limited company. Registered in England and Wales number: 9448681
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