Expert Business Advisory for Irish Entrepreneurs & DGA's
Selling or acquiring a BV? We've guided over 140 Irish directors through company valuation, Box 2 taxation, MBO financing, and extracting maximum capital — all while keeping the taxman happy.
Selling or Acquiring Your Business
So you've built something real. Now you're thinking about selling your BV — or maybe snapping up a competitor through an MBO. Either way, the stakes are enormous. We've seen too many Irish entrepreneurs leave six figures on the table simply because they didn't do a pre-sale valuation audit.
Our team walks you through every step: from preparing your private limited company for due diligence, to negotiating with management teams or private equity. We don't just advise — we sit beside you at the table.
- Pre-sale valuation audits that uncover hidden value
- MBO financing structures tailored to Irish SMEs
- Full transaction support from letter of intent to completion
Company Valuation & Pre-Sale Audits
If you don't know what your BV is truly worth, you're negotiating blind. We provide forensic-level valuation for South Dublin entrepreneurs — whether you're selling to a third-party investor, a family member, or your own management team.
Discounted Cash Flow Analysis
We build detailed DCF models specific to Irish BV structures, factoring in market conditions across South Dublin and beyond.
Pre-Sale Audit Reports
Comprehensive audit documentation that satisfies even the most sceptical buyers and their solicitors. No nasty surprises.
Market Multiples Benchmarking
We compare your BV against actual transaction data from Irish deals — not theoretical multiples that look good on a spreadsheet.
Tax-Efficient Dividend Strategies & Box 2
Box 2 taxation catches out more Irish DGA's than you'd think. The difference between a smart dividend strategy and a naive one can be tens of thousands of euros annually. We help Dublin-based BV directors restructure their dividend flows to minimise personal tax liability — completely legally.
Whether you're extracting retained earnings or planning regular dividend payments, we model multiple scenarios so you can see exactly what hits your pocket.
Box 2 Optimisation
We navigate the Irish-Dutch treaty implications and ensure your Box 2 rate is as low as possible.
Double Taxation Avoidance
Restructuring your BV to avoid paying tax twice on the same earnings — it's not magic, just meticulous planning.
Holding Structures & Asset Protection
Running multiple BVs? You need a holding structure. Not just for the tax efficiency — which is substantial — but to ring-fence your assets. We've set up holding companies for Irish multi-business owners that have saved them from personal liability nightmares.
From simple parent-subsidiary setups to complex multi-tiered structures, we design the architecture that fits your specific situation. No off-the-shelf templates here.
Explore Holding OptionsBusiness Succession & Family Transfer
Handing over the reins isn't just about signing papers. It's about legacy, family dynamics, and making sure the next generation — or a trusted management team — can actually run the show.
Family Transfer Planning
Intergenerational succession for small Irish family businesses, handling the emotional and financial sides.
MBO Exit Route
Selling to your management team? We structure the deal so they can actually afford it — and you get paid.
Non-Family Buyer Plans
Creating succession plans that attract third-party buyers while preserving your company's core values.
Legacy Protection
Ensuring the business you spent decades building doesn't unravel the moment you step away.
MBO Financing for Small Irish Enterprises
A management buy-out sounds appealing until you try financing it. Banks get nervous. Equity investors want control. We've structured MBO deals for South Dublin SMEs that kept the management team in charge without diluting their ownership to oblivion.
Vendor loan notes, deferred consideration, earn-outs — we know which levers to pull so the numbers actually stack up for everyone involved.
Talk MBO Financing
Optimizing Money Extraction from Your BV
You've built up capital in your BV. Now you want to actually enjoy it — without triggering a personal tax bill that makes you wince. We help Irish business owners extract cash efficiently, legally, and on your timeline.
Dividend Timing Strategies
Timing distributions across tax years to stay in lower brackets. Simple in theory, nuanced in practice.
Post-Extraction Restructuring
Once the cash is out, we help reposition your BV for the next phase — leaner, cleaner, and ready to grow.
Compliance-First Approach
Every extraction strategy we design stands up to Revenue scrutiny. Aggressive enough to matter, conservative enough to sleep at night.
Why Choose Dublin Downs Business Advisory
Based in Clondalkin, we're not a faceless consultancy. We're a team of advisors who genuinely understand the Irish BV landscape — from Box 2 compliance to fractional CFO support for high-growth startups.
Clondalkin-Based, Ireland-Wide
We're at 1 Bianconi Avenue, but our clients span from South Dublin to Cork. Local expertise with national reach.
Box 2 Tax Specialists
We've handled more Box 2 optimisation cases than we can count. It's not a side service — it's core to what we do.
Fractional CFO Advisory
Not ready for a full-time CFO? We plug in at the strategic level when you need us — scaling with your growth.
Trusted by Irish Entrepreneurs & Directors
Don't take our word for it. Here's what BV owners and DGA's across Ireland have to say.
"I was terrified of the Box 2 implications when selling my BV. The team at Dublin Downs Business Advisory didn't just explain it — they showed me three different scenarios and helped me pick the one that saved me over €47,000. I genuinely couldn't have done it without them."
Keith Edmonds
Director, TechBV Ltd — South Dublin
"We needed MBO financing and every bank turned us down. Dublin Downs Business Advisory structured a vendor loan note that made the deal work. Two years later, we've doubled revenue and the original owner got every cent."
Justina Sahin
Managing Director, Greenfield Manufacturing
"The pre-sale audit uncovered a valuation gap of nearly €120,000 that we'd completely missed. That alone was worth 10x their fee. Sold to a private equity group six months later at a price I didn't think was possible."
Moose Johansson
Founder & Former CEO, Nordic Imports BV
"Setting up a holding structure for my three BVs was the best business decision I've made in a decade. The asset protection alone gives me peace of mind, and the tax efficiency is the cherry on top."
Ros Carrey
Serial Entrepreneur, Dublin
"I'm a DGA and thought I understood Box 2. I didn't. Not really. The dividend strategy they designed for me has legitimately changed my annual take-home. Why doesn't every director know about this?"
Mella Pagaduan
DGA, Pharmaceutical Sector — Clondalkin
"Family succession was a minefield. Emotions running high, different visions for the future. Dublin Downs Business Advisory brought structure and calm to the whole process. My daughter now runs the business and I'm happily retired."
Tibi Slatts
Retired Founder, Slatts & Sons Construction
"Extracting cash from my BV without getting hammered on personal tax felt impossible until I met this team. They showed me a perfectly legal route that I'd never even heard of. Game-changer."
Rafika Agne
Owner, Agne Consulting BV
"The fractional CFO service is brilliant. We get strategic financial leadership without the €120k+ salary. It's scaled perfectly with our growth from startup to Series A."
Manikandan Braonáin
CTO & Co-Founder, FinTech Startup — Dublin
Schedule Your Free Consultation
Directors of Irish BVs in Clondalkin and across South Dublin — let's talk. Whether it's Box 2 tax advice, MBO financing, or a full exit strategy review, your first consultation is on us.
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Local Advisory for Clondalkin & South Dublin
We're right here at 1 Bianconi Avenue, Clondalkin, South Dublin. When you're valuing your BV or restructuring for tax efficiency, having an advisor who knows the local business landscape makes a real difference.
South Dublin entrepreneurs face unique challenges — and opportunities. We understand the local market, the key players, and the regulatory environment because we live and work here too.
Pop into our office on Bianconi Avenue for a coffee and a chat. No suits required — just bring your questions.
