Archive for April 2026
Family Business Succession: Managing Conflict and Protecting Value
Family businesses often carry strengths that other businesses do not. Strong relationships, long-term thinking and a shared sense of purpose can create resilience and stability. However, these same factors can introduce complexity when it comes to succession.
The challenge is not simply transferring…
When Shareholders Fall Out: Legal and Financial Risks for SMEs
Shareholder disputes rarely begin with major disagreements. More often, they develop gradually through misalignment, unclear expectations and poor communication. By the time the issue becomes visible, the damage is often already underway. For Irish SMEs, the impact can be significant. The immediate effect is usually operational. Decision making slows or stops. Strategic initiatives are delayed.…
Read MoreThe Tax Implications of Selling Shares in an Irish Company
For 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 matters is the amount retained…
Read MoreSelling to a Third Party vs Management Buyout: Key Considerations
For 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…
Read MoreBreaking the Revenue Ceiling: Financial Barriers That Limit SME Growth
At Adept we know many Irish SMEs reach a point where growth slows, despite strong demand and a solid reputation. Turnover plateaus, opportunities feel harder to convert and progress becomes inconsistent. This is often described as hitting a “revenue ceiling”, and in most cases, the cause…
Read MoreWhen Shareholders Fall Out: Legal and Financial Risks for SMEs
Shareholder disputes rarely begin with major disagreements. More often, they develop gradually through misalignment, unclear expectations and poor communication. By the time the issue becomes visible, the damage is often already underway.
For Irish SMEs, the impact can be significant.
The immediate…