7 Mistakes You’re Making When You Buy an Accounting Practice (and How to Fix Them)
Buying an accounting practice is one of the most effective ways to scale your business overnight. Whether you’re a sole practitioner looking to make your first practice acquisition or a larger firm hunting for accountancy mergers to expand your footprint, the "buy vs. build" debate usually ends with a clear winner: buying. But here’s the […]
7 Mistakes You’re Making When Selling Your Accountancy Practice (and How to Fix Them)
So, you’ve spent years: maybe decades: building your firm. You’ve navigated the transition to cloud accounting, survived the constant treadmill of tax seasons, and supported your clients through thick and thin. Now, you’re looking at the horizon, thinking about a retiring accountant lifestyle or perhaps a new venture. But here’s the thing: selling an accountancy […]
The Ultimate Guide to Accountancy Practice Valuations UK: How to Get Your Firm Sale-Ready
If you’ve spent the last twenty or thirty years building a firm from the ground up, the thought of selling your accountancy practice can feel a bit surreal. It’s not just a business; it’s a collection of late nights, tax seasons, and long-term client relationships. But here we are in 2026, and the market for […]
Are Accountancy Practice Valuations UK Peaking? 5 Reasons 2026 is a Critical Year
If you’ve been keeping a close eye on the market lately, you’ve probably noticed that the landscape for selling an accountancy practice in the UK is shifting. It’s April 2026, and for many firm owners, the question isn’t just "What is my practice worth?" but rather "Is the window of opportunity starting to close?" I’m […]
Are Accountancy Practice Valuations UK Peaking? 5 Reasons 2026 is a Critical Year
If you’ve been keeping a close eye on the market lately, you’ve probably noticed that the landscape for selling an accountancy practice in the UK is shifting. It’s April 2026, and for many firm owners, the question isn’t just "What is my practice worth?" but rather "Is the window of opportunity starting to close?" I’m […]
Are Accountancy Practice Valuations UK Peaking? 5 Things You Should Know in 2026
If you’ve been keeping a close eye on the market lately, you’ll know that the last couple of years have been something of a "golden era" for anyone looking to sell an accountancy practice. We’ve seen a frenzy of activity, driven largely by private equity firms snapping up mid-tier practices and a steady stream of […]
Are Accountancy Practice Valuations UK Peaking? 5 Reasons 2026 is a Critical Year
Hello there. It’s Thursday, the 2nd of April 2026, and if you’re running an accountancy firm in the UK right now, you’ve likely noticed that the ground is shifting beneath your feet. I’m Peter Watson, and for years I’ve been helping practice owners navigate the highs and lows of the M&A market. Lately, the question […]
PE Vs Traditional Buyers: Which Is Better For Your Practice Sale?
If you’ve spent the last twenty or thirty years building your accountancy practice, the thought of hanging up the calculator for the last time is both exciting and, let’s be honest, a bit daunting. You’ve built relationships, nurtured a team, and accumulated a solid portfolio of recurring fees. Now, you’re looking at the exit door. […]
7 Mistakes You’re Making with Companies House ID Verification (and How to Fix Them)
If you’ve been keeping an eye on the regulatory landscape lately, you’ll know that the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA) has landed with quite a thud on the desks of UK business owners. For those of us in the accountancy world, it’s not just another bit of red tape; it’s a fundamental shift […]
The Rise of the Consolidators: What it Means for the Independent Accountant
If you have been running your firm for more than a few years, your inbox probably looks a lot like mine: full of "confidential enquiries" from people you’ve never met, asking if you’ve considered selling your accountancy firm. It’s no secret that the UK accountancy market is currently in the middle of a massive transformation. […]