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The Tax Implications of Selling Shares in an Irish Company
Read MoreFor many Irish business owners, selling shares in their company is the moment where years of work are finally realised financially. Yet it is also one of the most misunderstood stages of the business lifecycle. The focus is often placed on achieving the highest possible price, but in practice, what…
Read MoreAt Buckley Scriven Oregan we know many Irish SMEs fall into the same trap. Sales are strong, the team is busy and the business appears to be growing. Yet at the end of the month, there is little left to show for it. Being busy is often mistaken for being successful, but the two are not the same.
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Selling to a Third Party vs Management Buyout: Key Considerations
Read MoreFor many Irish business owners, the decision to sell is not the hardest part. The real challenge is deciding who to sell to. In most cases, this comes down to two primary routes: a sale to a third party or a management buyout. While both achieve the same end result, a transfer of ownership, they dif…
Read MoreAt Buckley Scriven Oregan we know growth is often seen as a positive signal of success, yet it brings complexity that many SMEs underestimate. As businesses expand, decision-making tends to slow. More people are involved, more information is required, and more caution is exercised. While this may fe…
Read MoreShareholder deadlock is a common risk in Irish SMEs, particularly where ownership is evenly split or decision making requires unanimous agreement. What often begins as a difference of opinion can quickly escalate into a situation where the business cannot move forward. In 2026, with increased pressu…
Read MoreResolving Shareholder Deadlock: Practical Options for SME Directors
Read MoreFor Irish business owners planning an exit, valuation is often the most important and most misunderstood element of the process. Many assume that a profitable business will automatically achieve a strong price. In reality, buyers look beyond headline profit figures and focus on a range of fa…
Read MoreBusiness Valuation Before Exit: What Drives Price in the Irish Market
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