The Hilton Smythe Client Charter Checklist: Choosing the right adviser to sell your business
Why choosing the right adviser matters
Selling your business is a big step. Your adviser can change what you get, how things go, and your final outcome.
Business sales aren’t regulated. Advisers differ in openness and experience. Business owners deserve higher standards.
That’s why we created the Hilton Smythe Client Charter and Checklist. These free tools help you ask key questions and find someone who puts your goals first.
What Is the Client Charter Checklist
The Hilton Smythe Client Charter Checklist helps you choose an adviser who shares our four values: Honesty, Integrity, Trust, and Commitment.
It offers questions to ask before you decide, so you can find someone who matches you and spot problems early.
Download your FREE Client Charter Checklist now to start your business sale journey with confidence
Honesty
Clear answers build confidence.
Ask how your business will be valued, what supports that value, and how past estimates matched final sale prices.
An honest adviser will give evidence-based advice, even when it’s not what you expect to hear.
Integrity
Know all costs upfront.
Ask about fees, payment timing, and any obligations if your business doesn’t sell.
Every detail should be explained clearly before you sign anything.
Trust
Selling your business means relying on the right expert.
Ask who will manage your sale, how you’ll receive updates, and what experience they have in your sector.
Trust is built through open communication, accountability, and consistent support.
Commitment
A good adviser focuses on your results, not just the finish.
Ask them what success means besides closing the sale.
The right partner will care about your long-term outcome, not just the transaction.
Why Hilton Smythe
Our Client Charter has four promises:
Honesty – Straight answers
Integrity – Every fee explained upfront
Trust – Expert guidance from start to finish
Commitment – Support focused on clients we know we can help
These values guide our sales and help clients achieve their goals.
Explore the Hilton Smythe Client Charter
Next Step: Know Your Business Value
After downloading the checklist, check what your business might be worth now.
Our Valuation Calculator is fast, private, and uses real market data. Try the Business Valuation Calculator