Successful Sales

We have sold many businesses over the years and it would be simply impossible to list them all but the following is a snapshot only of actual examples of sales handled by Vandervell’s Partners, from initial valuation to successful completion from the current year back to the turn of the millennium.

A number in brackets after a business denotes the number of times it has been sold over a period of years when the original purchaser came back to us to sell for them later. Areas stretching from Hereford to West Sussex to Lands End.

SOLD

SME and Miscellaneous including Catteries and Kennels

Razors Edge Barbers Shoppe – Flitwick, Bedfordshire.

"I wanted to write a review about Steve selling my shop. He made it such a smooth process. Such a helpful man. I just wanted to say Thankyou 😁" Mrs T B Business Owner.

SME

Rejel Automotive Ltd, Specialist Windscreen Parts and Rust Proofing Business – Bedford, Bedfordshire.

"This business sold in February 2023 after only 5 months on the market" "Steve was a very attentive business advisor working well with both parties to achieve an acceptable result for all." JR Managing Director, Rejel Automotive Ltd

SME

Propotec Ltd, Dry Rot and Damp Proofing Business, Burwell, Cambridgeshire.

"My husband appointed Steve Hogg of Vandervells to sell our business on the recommendation of our Chartered Surveyor who had previous dealings with him. We had nearly reached the point of completing the sale of our shares in the business when my husband passed away leaving me to deal with a very distressing situation. Steve was there at the end of the telephone and in person to give me encouragement, advice and support in every aspect of continuing with the sale which could be done once Probate had been granted. I then had to heavily rely on his experience of the sale process of businesses - negotiating with the buyer, solicitors, accountants and other prospective buyers right up to the last day! As I said before I would have closed the business down and now having sold the business, I feel I have done the best I could for my husband and could not have achieved this without Steve’s help." Mrs CW Director/Owner Propotec Ltd.

Sue and I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the very professional manner in which you have handled the sale of our business. Your guidance throughout the process has been extremely helpful, as has been the calmness with which you have resolved some of the more potentially difficult situations that have occurred during the past few weeks.

Best Wishes
Barry and Sue Myers

SOLD

Hospitality and Licensed Premises

Blue Glass Wine Bar and Wine Merchant, Bedford.

"I have used Stephen Hogg of Vandervells Business Transfer twice over the last couple of years to sell two separate businesses. The communication and attention to detail and ongoing support was exemplary as was his knowledge of business. I would highly recommend his services" K K Ex director (now a man of leisure)

Hospitality

Enmore Inn, Somerset.

Hospitality

Dresden House Hotel, Devon.

Vandervells made the process very smooth and kept me up to date and reassured at all times with great old fashioned personal service.

John Bear
Buyer

SOLD

Catering – Cafe’s, Coffee Shops, Tea Rooms, Takeaway and Licensed Restaurants

The Coffee House, Bedford.

“We approached Vandervells and Steve Hogg directly to help us with the sale of our business in central Bedford. Having dealt with Steve & the company before with a previous successful purchase we felt well looked after and updated in all matters during both of our dealings as buyers and sellers. The property was only on the market for around 1 month and in this time we had reviewed many interested enquiries and found a successful buyer. Things progressed quickly and communication between parties was well managed. We had been thankful during many elements of the exchange to have Steve available, backed by his experience to liaise with and troubleshoot any small ‘complications’ that are inevitable when selling a business. It was both a reassuring and realistic working relationship that ultimately helped us to achieve our goal. Thanks Steve.” T and A Owners.

Catering

Marie’s at No 2, Cafe in Winslow, Buckinghamshire.

"This is the second time that Vandervells has sold this business with the previous buyer asking us to sell it for them as they now wished to retire"

Catering

Cafe with Book Sales, Morton in Marsh.

Hello John Finally everything has been signed, sealed and delivered and completion is complete. We would like to thank you for your service and diligence for seeing it through to the end and may I say we would not hesitate to use your services again in the future.

Regards Roger and Gillian Lewis

SOLD

Retail – All Types

The Flower Boutique – Linton, Cambridgeshire

"Congratulations on the sale, thank you for your professionalism and help throughout the process Steve." Ms L V D E Owner.

Retail

Kado an Independent Gift and Home Shop, Princes Risborough Buckinghamshire.

Kado was successfully sold to new owners in only 25 weeks.

Retail

Arcadia Sweetshop, Bedford.

“We cannot recommend Steve from Vandervells enough. He helped us with all aspects of selling our business, was always at the end of a phone to help with any questions or problems we encountered. There are many different stages to selling a business and Steve was always there to make it as easy as possible. Definitely a 5-star service.” J and D Page Former owners Arcadia Sweetshop, Bedford Town Centre

Hi John, It’s been a pleasure working with you. The only shame is that we didn’t find you sooner. However, in life everything has a right time. Will be in touch when we have a completion date.

Regards,
Denise Furet – Romantica Greetings Ltd

SOLD

Post Offices – most with Retail

Soham Post Office, Cambridgeshire

"I placed my Mains Post Office on the market with Steve Hogg of Vandervells in March 2021. Steve came and appraised the business and came up with a realistic valuation which I agreed with. The business was placed on the market and was viewed by 2 prospective buyers, who had been properly vetted, within the space of 7days. One of those prospective buyers made an offer for the business, this is where Steve Hogg came into his own dealing with all negotiations and obtaining an offer that I was happy with. Steve helped prepare all the legal documents and information for both sets of Solicitors. He made selling the business easy and I can honestly say that I could not have done it without him. His fees were very reasonable for the work he carried out. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone thinking of selling their business." Mr TL Postmaster Soham

Retail

Chatteris Post Office, Cambridgeshire.

"I have come to know Steve Hogg from Vandervells very well over the last couple of years as it took me a little while to make the final decision to sell my Post Office. At all times during this period Steve was professional and helpful no matter what the questions. Once the sale got under way he handled everything for me from the negotiating of the price to the liaising with solicitors. Even being here on the day of completion to ensure things ran smoothly. His efforts with the buyer and the help he gave them with the Post Office application process was also invaluable. If you are looking to sell your Post Office I cannot think of a better person to help you with it, thank you for everything my friend. " SK Postmaster Chatteris Post Office.

Retail

Goldington Road Post Office and Store, Bedford

"Our family had planned to sell the business in 2 years' time however that was brought forward due to an unexpected family bereavement. This prompted us to get in touch with Steve earlier than expected. Steve was very engaging, caring and considerate during this difficult time for the family. He made us feel at ease from the very first meeting and was there every step of the way. The sale of a business is not an everyday thing therefore Steve was always on hand to answer any questions and alleviate concerns that we had. Steve was very professional throughout the process and we feel the sale would not have been completed in the short timeframe it did without his hard work. We are firm believers that people buy from people and we cannot speak highly enough of Steve. He's an honest and trustworthy individual who we recommend for any business owner seeking to sell their business. Thanks again Steve for all you have done for our family." R and S A Owners.

Vandervells helped us with the sale of our Post Office right from the start including helping the new owner with the Post Office application process

Post Office and Convenience Shop –
Cambridgeshire Village