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Seller beware: common traps to avoid when selling your business

Selling a business is one of the most significant decisions an owner can make. In this article, Simon Alderwick, Corporate Finance Manager, explores five common traps that can impact valuation, negotiations and deal success, along with practical steps sellers can take to improve outcomes.

August 13, 2026

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Structuring your residential property development business – Conclusion

Choosing the right legal structure is only part of the equation for property developers. In conclusion, Lloyd Pearman explores the practical considerations that sit behind the decisions.

August 4, 2026

Navigating the Employment Rights Act, one year on

Over the past year, employers have spent a lot of time preparing for the Employment Rights Act. Now comes the harder part – putting it all into practice. In this guide, we’ll look at what we’ve learned so far, the reforms having the biggest impact and what you should be focusing on next.

August 3, 2026

Capital Goods Scheme Changes – 29 July

Long-awaited changes to the VAT Capital Goods Scheme have now been confirmed. Find out what is changing, when the new rules apply and what businesses need to consider.

July 29, 2026

Shaw Gibbs invests in Basingstoke with move to new Forest View office

Shaw Gibbs has strengthened its commitment to Basingstoke with the relocation of its local office to Forest View, Chineham Business Park.

July 29, 2026

Structuring your residential property development business-Sole trader

For first-time developers or those testing the waters with a small project, operating as a sole trader is the simplest way to start a property development business. It offers low set-up costs and straightforward administration, but understanding the commercial and tax implications is key to deciding whether it’s the right fit for your long-term plans.

July 28, 2026

Structuring your residential property development business-Special Purpose Vehicles

Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) are widely used by property developers to separate individual projects and ring-fence risk. Explore the typical SPV structure, together with the key commercial, tax and compliance considerations, benefits and drawbacks.

July 21, 2026

Structuring your residential property development business-Limited Liability Partnership

For property developers entering joint ventures or undertaking projects with investors, an LLP can offer an attractive combination of limited liability and tax flexibility. In this latest article (the second of a five-part series), Lloyd Pearman examines the commercial and tax implications of LLPs, helping developers understand when this structure can support growth, collaboration and long-term success.

July 15, 2026

Structuring your residential property development business-Limited company

Choosing the right legal structure for property development can significantly affect tax efficiency, liability protection, funding options and long-term profitability, making careful planning essential from the outset. Lloyd Pearman walks through one of the main options in this article (which is the first of a five part series), with an assessment of the commercial and tax implications.

July 9, 2026

Transforming your finance function with Shaw Gibbs

In our latest article, Outsourcing Director Darshil Shah explores how transforming your finance function through automation can reduce administration, improve visibility and free up your valuable time as a business owner.

July 8, 2026

What our clients say

  • I have been a client of Shaw Gibbs since the 1960's and have always found a professional but friendly response from the partners or staff

    I have been a client of Shaw Gibbs since the 1960's and have always found a professional but friendly response from the partners or staff

    Richard Preston

  • Thank you for being such a great partner in building our business!

    Thank you for being such a great partner in building our business!

    Oege de Moor - CEO, Semmle

  • Experience, expertise and support was not only invaluable from a financing perspective, but also in assisting us to determine the future strategy.

    Experience, expertise and support was not only invaluable from a financing perspective, but also in assisting us to determine the future strategy.

    Charles Parry – John Parry Estates Ltd

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    Shaw Gibbs’ service provides timely expertise at a reasonable cost

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