We are here for you every step of the way.
A business moves with your life. We are here for you every step of the way. Here we like to take you through some of the topics that may come up during your entrepreneurial journey and how we are there for you at those important moments.
Business succession within the family.
Letting go of your business and handing it over to your children can be quite exciting. We help you every step of the way. Transferring a family business is rarely purely a business matter. It touches on emotions, family dynamics and financial interests. Whether you are transferring the business to your children or preparing the next generation for leadership - there is a lot involved. Every family is unique, but the elements you have to deal with are the same for everyone.
Fiscal business succession regime (BOR).
Making smart use of tax breaks for gift and inheritance tax and income tax. We make sure you meet the conditions and don't miss any opportunities.
Valuation of the company.
Honest and substantiated. Not too high, not too low - and appropriate to the arrangements within the family.
Structure & control.
Who gets what? And who decides what? We think along about legal restructuring, share ratios, voting rights and governance.
Estate planning & family arrangements.
We map out everything: wills, prenuptial agreements, family status. That way you avoid hassles in the future.
Growth of your business.
Growth sounds great, but in doubt about how best to grow your business? More sales is not automatically more profit. Growth requires insight, structure and smart choices. This is how we help you grow with control:
Steering by numbers.
What do data, KPIs, dashboards and our specialists have in common? They help you make better decisions.
Grip on cash flow.
Understanding your cash flows prevents surprises. We help with liquidity forecasting, working capital optimization and financing strategies.
Professionalize financial processes.
From accounting to reporting, together we make sure your administration grows with your ambitions.
Legal structure.
Does your legal structure still fit your aspirations for the future?
Funding & Grants.
Whether you're looking for working capital or growth money for an acquisition, we know our way around banks, investors and schemes.
Buying or merging companies.
From strategic plan to due diligence and integration. We guide the entire process, together with our M&A specialists.
Sustainable business Not just because it has to. Also because it pays off.
Sustainability has long since ceased to be hype. It is the new standard. For investors, customers and legislators alike. But where do you start? And how do you make sustainable choices that are also financially and strategically smart?
CSRD and VSME - understanding sustainability.
We translate complex regulations into concrete actions and help you be ready in time for mandatory or voluntary reporting.
Sustainable investments.
Investing in energy conservation, circular production or CSR projects? We look for the tax schemes, subsidies and financing opportunities with them.
Impact on financial statements.
What does sustainable business mean for your numbers, your reporting and your KPIs? We'll help you get started.
Strategic Sustainability Policy.
No loose initiatives, but a plan with vision. We connect your social goals with your business goals.
Life events & business.
As life changes, your business changes with it. Marriage, having children, retirement or divorce or death. Major events that turn your life upside down. And often have direct consequences for your business - legally, fiscally and emotionally.
Living together or getting married?
What does this mean for the ownership of your business, your assets or your prenuptial agreement? We'll make sure it's taken care of.
Children or compound families.
Who inherits what? How do you ensure a fair distribution? Consider wills, gifts, family funds or STAK structures.
Retirement.
Well nice if you can find financial peace then too, right?
Divorce or death.
What happens to your business and your assets? We guide you with peace of mind, overview and clear choices - fiscal, legal and emotional.
Wills and succession.
We think about long-term planning: who will take the helm when you leave - temporarily or permanently?
Tie people to your business.
Your company is growing. Your team grows with it. And then comes the question: how do you keep your people involved? Employee participation is often the answer. Think share plans, bonuses, or certificates through a Foundation Trust Office (STAK). Not only a way to retain talent, but also to future-proof your company and stimulate entrepreneurship.
Design.
What is the goal, what do you want to achieve? First to the basics, then elaboration.
Tax advice.
How do you ensure a tax-friendly arrangement for you and your employees?
Legal framework.
How do you legally set it up in a way that suits your business?
Administratively well organized.
We provide clear reporting, financial statements and guidance on implementation.
Rating.
Now not so much from your employees, but from the shares they get. Although that might go together....
Selling your business.
Selling your life’s work. How do you do it right?
You don’t sell a business every day. For most business owners, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime moment. Exciting, intense and emotional. Because you’re saying goodbye to what you’ve built, and you’d rather not do that in good faith.
Whether selling to another company, a private equity party, or just selling within the management team, proper preparation and expert guidance make the difference between regret and success.
At Guidon, we have been helping entrepreneurs sell their business for over 20 years. We know the pitfalls, the timing, the rules of the game and the market. With a team of acquisition specialists, reinforced by our tax specialists, accountants and advisors, we provide an integrated approach in which you as an entrepreneur are central.
From strategy to closing. With overview, peace of mind and results. Wondering what the process of selling looks like?
Contact us.
Looking for someone to think along with you in your specific situation? Contact us. We are here for you. Every step of the way.