Business Buying Strategies From The Dealmaker's Academy

In this week’s episode, Jonathan sits down with his long-term legal partner, John Andrews, for a masterclass on the legal do’s and don’ts of buying a business. With over 250 deals completed for Dealmakers clients and three decades of M&A experience, John shares the essential legal knowledge every buyer needs — especially if you’re serious about avoiding costly mistakes. Whether you’re preparing for your first deal or scaling up your acquisition strategy, this episode gives you the legal edge to navigate deals with confidence. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why a Shareholders’ Agreement is Crucial — and why skipping it can cost you dearly later How to Choose the Right Lawyer — and why not all solicitors are qualified to handle M&A What Goes into a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) — and the key clauses that protect you The Three Types of Due Diligence — and how each one helps avoid nasty surprises The True Cost of Legal Work — from fixed fees to due diligence and abortive deal risks Asset Purchase vs