The Pre-Exit AI Audit
Before you go to market, find out what a sophisticated buyer would see - and fix the gaps that are costing you hundreds of thousands in sale price.
Our Pre-Exit Audit applies the same rigour a professional acquirer uses during due diligence. The difference? We do it before you list, so you can address the issues that reduce your valuation and implement the improvements that increase it.
Most owners leave $200K+ on the table when they sell.
Not because the business isn't good - but because buyers see risks you don't. Undocumented processes. Single-point-of-failure staff. Manual work that could be automated. QBCC licence transition risk no one flagged.
Every one of these is a negotiating lever a buyer will use to reduce your sale price. We find them first, so you can fix them - or at least know where you stand.
Undocumented processes
Reduces buyer confidence in transition
Key-person dependency
Buyers discount for owner-reliance
Manual operations
Signals low scalability to acquirers
QBCC licence risk
Can kill a deal entirely
No AI/automation
Buyers see margin improvement opportunity they'll price in
Everything a buyer would check - done before they do.
M&A-Grade Operational Assessment
Full assessment across every business function using the same framework professional acquirers use during due diligence.
AI & Automation Opportunity Mapping
Identify specific AI and automation opportunities with dollar-impact estimates, so you know exactly what each improvement is worth.
QBCC Transition Risk Assessment
Compliance review and licence transition risk analysis that most brokers overlook but buyers always check.
Queensland Benchmark Comparison
Your business compared against recent comparable sales in Queensland, so you know where you sit in the market.
10-12 Page Professional Report
A comprehensive report you can share with your broker, accountant, or potential buyers to demonstrate the strength of your business.
30/90/180-Day Implementation Roadmap
Prioritised recommendations by impact, so you know exactly what to fix first and what delivers the biggest valuation uplift.
3-month trial access to recommended AI tools
So you can start implementing immediately
One follow-up consultation included
To review progress and adjust the roadmap
From first call to actionable roadmap in 2-3 weeks.
Initial Conversation
30 minutesA confidential call to understand your business, your timeline, and whether an audit makes sense for your situation. No obligation.
Operations Deep-Dive
Week 1We spend 2-3 days in your business - mapping processes, reviewing systems, interviewing key staff, and analysing your financials.
Analysis & Report
Week 2We compile findings into a comprehensive 10-12 page report with specific, costed recommendations and a prioritised implementation roadmap.
Findings Presentation
Week 2-3A 90-minute session to walk through every finding, answer your questions, and help you decide which improvements to prioritise.
Built for essential services business owners in SEQ.
HVAC, electrical, pest control, building management systems - the businesses that keep South East Queensland running. If you're thinking about selling in the next 6-24 months, this is for you.
Essential services business owners planning to sell within 6-24 months
Owners who want to know what their business is actually worth - not just a broker's opinion
Businesses earning $1.5M-$3M revenue looking to maximise their exit price
Owners referred by brokers or accountants for pre-sale optimisation
Anyone who wants to understand what a buyer will scrutinise before going to market
Why us - not a consultant or broker?
We're not selling consulting hours. We're actively acquiring a business ourselves - so we know exactly what buyers look for, because we are one.
Most consultants charge $15-30K for this scope. We price it lower because we're genuinely invested in the SEQ essential services sector - and stronger businesses benefit everyone.
Our Background
Marcus Hahnheuser
Technology & operations leadership across RACQ, Virgin Australia, and Suncorp. AI integration specialist.
Sandi Xian
Operational systems at scale - KPMG and Canva. Process design and hypergrowth operations.
A fraction of what you'll gain at the negotiating table.
Pricing depends on business complexity and team size. Most engagements fall at $8,500.
Limited availability: We run 5-6 audits per year to maintain quality. Our primary focus is acquiring a business ourselves - this keeps us sharp and honest.
BOOK A CONFIDENTIAL CALL30 minutes. No obligation. Completely confidential.
Broker? We offer Pre-Exit Audits at special broker pricing ($3,500-$5,000). Get in touch.
Ready to find out what your business is really worth?
Book a 30-minute call to discuss whether a Pre-Exit Audit makes sense for your situation. No obligation, completely confidential.