Business appraisal
Analyse financials, normalise earnings (EBITDA / EBPITDA) and consider market multiples to arrive at a realistic value range.
- Review P&L and balance sheet
- Adjust for owner wages & add-backs
- Benchmark against similar businesses
Sell your business with confidence.
I help New Zealand business owners appraise, prepare and sell their businesses, so they can move on to the next chapter with a clean, well-structured exit.
From cafés and restaurants to service and online businesses – I work with owners across a wide range of industries.
What I can help you with
Practical, hands-on support from appraisal through to settlement.
Go-to-market strategy
Position your business to attract serious buyers while protecting confidentiality.
- Prepare Information Memorandum (IM)
- Confidentiality/CA process
- Marketing across multiple channels
Managing the sale process
I guide both parties through negotiations, due diligence and the steps to settlement.
- Buyer qualification & screening
- Offer & negotiation support
- Coordination with lawyers & accountants
The selling process
A clear, step-by-step approach so you always know what’s happening next.
1
Initial chat
We discuss your business, your goals and timeframes. I’ll explain the process and answer any questions you have.
2
Information & appraisal
You provide recent financials and key details. I prepare an appraisal and suggested asking price range.
3
Agency & preparation
Once you’re happy to proceed, we sign an agency agreement and I prepare marketing material and your IM.
4
Marketing & buyers
I confidentially promote your business, qualify buyers, manage CAs and present genuine enquiries to you.
5
Offers & due diligence
I help negotiate terms, coordinate due diligence and keep both sides informed throughout the process.
6
Settlement & handover
Support through to settlement and transition so the new owner is set up for success and you can move forward.
About Gagan
Practical, straight-talking support for business owners who want a smooth, well-managed sale.
Business broker & operator
I understand small business from the inside – including hospitality, service businesses and online operations. That helps me speak the same language as you and your buyers.
Clear communication
I keep you updated, explain what’s happening in plain English, and make sure you’re never left guessing where things are at.
Collaborative approach
You know your business, I know the process. Together we can present your business in the best possible light to the right buyers.
What business owners say
A few words from people I’ve worked with. (You can replace these with real testimonials later.)
“Gagan made the whole process of selling our café much less stressful. He explained each step and handled all the buyer questions so we could keep focusing on running the business.”
Café Owner – Auckland“From the first appraisal through to settlement, Gagan was honest, responsive and professional. We felt confident in the price and the buyers he brought to the table.”
Service Business – North Shore“We’d been thinking about selling for a while. Gagan helped us understand the numbers, tidy up our information and present the business properly. Highly recommended.”
Online Business – NZ-wideRequest a free, confidential chat
If you’re thinking about selling – now or in the next 6–24 months – the best place to start is a quick, confidential conversation.
📞 Call / text: 022 458 0011
📧 Email: gagan.taneja.nz@gmail.com
I’m based in Auckland and work with business owners across New Zealand.
Your enquiry is treated in strict confidence. No details are shared with potential buyers without your permission and a signed confidentiality agreement.