Don’t risk costly errors or compliance issues when transferring valuable company ownership stakes.
Share transfers change business ownership and require accurate documentation, compliance, and tax planning. Our specialist service helps you navigate the process securely and efficiently.
We provide expert legal and financial guidance to facilitate smooth and compliant share transfers.
Our Expertise Covers:
Our expert-led service protects your business, shareholders, and financial interests.
Avoid errors in share transfer documentation
Minimise capital gains & stamp duty liabilities
Keep official ownership records updated
Complete the process with minimal delays
Ensure legal compliance & prevent ownership disputes
Optimise stamp duty & capital gains tax obligations.
Complete ownership transfers without unnecessary delays.
Meet Companies House & shareholder agreement requirements.
We review shareholder agreements & legal requirements.
We assist in determining fair market share pricing.
We prepare share transfer forms, resolutions & certificates.
We provide guidance on capital gains & tax implications.
We update ownership records & submit required filings.
We update shareholder records to reflect the new ownership.
A proper share transfer typically requires a completed stock transfer form, board resolution approving the transfer, updated share certificates, amendments to the register of members, and potentially Companies House notifications for significant changes. Our team ensures all documentation is prepared correctly and filed.
Shares can be valued using several methods, including net asset value, earnings multiples, dividend yield models, or discounted cash flow.
For private companies without market prices, we help determine fair valuation based on industry standards, financial performance, and specific circumstances of the business.
Share transfers may trigger capital gains tax for the seller, potentially stamp duty for the buyer, and have implications for corporation tax planning.
The specific tax consequences depend on transaction size, the relationship between parties, and business structure. We provide clear guidance on tax liabilities before proceeding.
The timeframe varies based on complexity, but straightforward transfers can be completed within 2-4 weeks.
Factors that may extend this timeline include valuation disputes, complex shareholder agreements, mortgage lender approvals, or regulatory considerations. Our efficient process minimises unnecessary delays.
While technically possible, reversing share transfers creates significant complications, including additional tax consequences, compliance issues, and potential disputes. We recommend thorough planning before proceeding to avoid the need for reversal.
If circumstances demand it, we can guide you through the most efficient path to restructuring ownership.
Let us help you simplify and grow your business today.