SOVEREIGN BUSINESS TRANSFER reviews

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

I recently used Sovereign Business to sell my business and had a very positive experience from start to finish. The whole process was straightforward and well managed, and I felt supported at every stage. They provided a realistic and achievable valuation for the business, which helped set clear expectations and ultimately led to a successful sale. I also appreciated the transparency and fairness of their fees, which felt very reasonable considering the amount of work and guidance they provided throughout the process. Leanne was particularly helpful every step of the way. She was professional, responsive, and always willing to answer questions or offer advice, which made the entire experience much less stressful. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking to sell their business.

Body · 16 March 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

Sovereign business transfer who recently sold my business were very professional from start to finish. Best in the business. Big thanks to Matthew and his team.

John · 9 November 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

Just sold my shop through Sovereign and I have nothing but praise for them. Leanne was a standout star for me and was always there to take my call, and be a great communicator between all parties. The team made great efforts to find a buyer for my business and they succeeded. Thank you for making this whole process so easy for us!

Nicola · 24 March 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

We have just sold our family business using the services of Sovereign Business Transfer. The service was exceptional from start to finish. Matthew was invaluable as a trusted advisor, he clearly has a wealth of experience in the retail sector and was personally on hand to advise throughout the sale. The sale would not have been successful without the outstanding support from Leanne. She is an absolute credit to Sovereign, it was a real pleasure to work with her.

Emma · 25 August 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

We would like to thank everyone at Sovereign especially Alisanne. We have been guided through the sale of our business at every step of the way. They have supported us and provided expert advice whenever we needed it. Alisanne has provided us with regular updates on the progress of the sale and put our minds at ease. We can, and have, recommended Sovereign very highly and would certainly use them again when selling or buying a business. They certainly went above and beyond on our behalf. Thank you once again for all your help. Sincerely Emma Hutchison & Gill Savill

Tom · 26 August 2017

★★★★★ 5/5

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After considering three other business transfer agents, I decided to use Sovereign Business Transfer to sell our family business. From instruction to a successful sale the process was effortless. A buyer was found within three weeks of instruction and the sale took a mere 8 weeks to complete. To be honest, even I was surprised!! During the sale process my Account Manager Alisanne Cooper showed patience and complete professionalism. I would highly recommend their services again, it has been such a pleasure working with Sovereign and in particular Alisanne.

Davina · 27 August 2013

★★★★★ 1/5

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Sadly you can't give zero stars If like me you have ever tried selling your business, you will realise that a lot of the “big boys” are based in Bolton and have a dubious reputation to say the least. So, when I came to sell my precious business, I wanted to put it with someone else, someone who was different, someone who would do what they said they would do. I thought Sovereign was that company…..how wrong I was!!! My first few contacts with the company by phone were positive and gave we confidence I was choosing the right people to help me move forward. I then had a meeting with Mathew the owner, who was pleasant, reassuring and said all the right things. I thought he understood my situation and would be there should I need any professional advice. Again, I was wrong, this would be the last I would see or hear from Mathew (who ironically learnt his craft with the Bolton companies!!). I specifically asked for no marketing fee but was happy to pay a higher percentage on the sale. I was happy to pay a higher percentage if a higher price was achieved. I was happy to do anything or everything to help sell the business and pay Sovereign their commission. I asked Mathew if the price seemed fair “very reasonable and just in the right price bracket so anyone being made redundant can easily afford it”!!. Is the market still doing well?? “Amazing, the pandemic has made many redundant, so they have redundancy money, and many are reconsidering their work and wanting to follow their dreams, so now is a perfect time”!!! “Sovereign has had and sold a lot of food companies, as soon as we are working together, we will create a bespoke page / advert describing your business. We will contact you every month and update you on how the campaign is going. We will constantly monitor and tweak the campaign to get the most interest. We will screen every enquiry to make sure the potential buyer is in a position to complete and not waste my time”. After nearly 12 months; - The bespoke add took 3 weeks to create, (not because it was fabulous, it was average) and the original price was £100k too much. It took over another two weeks to get the advert to be correct. In over 12 months I was only contacted twice to update me, the rest of the time I had to chase Sovereign. A business whose sale price is about the same as the value as ALL THE EQUIPMENT advertised with Sovereign did not get EVEN ONE genuine enquiry. NOT ONE!!!!!! I did have my time wasted by someone who was just interested in renting the unit, they already had a catering business. To summarize, if you are looking to put your life on hold for over twelve months, be frustrated and the timescales involved, in faceless telephone conversations, if you are just looking for someone to list your business on websites which you can do yourself. This does not include ones such as Rightmove (apparently, they are not particularly good) and then at the end get a bill for £3500 then these jokers will be perfect for you. It seems one thing Sovereign are VERY good at it producing a contract, the second you sign you are liable, whether they sell your business, if you sell the business, if the business doesn’t get sold or the business closes down, Sovereign have a contract that ensures NO MATTER WHAT THEY DO OR DON’T DO. THEY GET PAID If you want to place your most important asset with professionals then go somewhere else, you may even be better off with the Bolton bunch!!!! I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND TO ANYONE

Carl · 24 March 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

Experienced, professionalism and reliability. These are the 3 words that I would strongly call ‘Sovereign Business Transfer Ltd.’ I was recommended this company, as the time had come to sell my successful business. I had honestly no idea how to go about all the ‘ins and outs’ of selling and arranging the sale. This is where Sovereign took the lead and started the process for me. Matthew arrived to my shop and explained throughly the process of how the company operates and how he will get buyers interested by selling the shop through their much desired digital format. A selection of professional digital HD images were captured in my shop along with a video of my shop. The video really sold the shop in itself because how decent it was. I can safely ensure any potential clients that wish to sell with this company will NOT be disappointed. You can call their office number and speak to one of their quality staff members. Liam and Gavin spoke with myself daily regarding shop viewings, offers and answered every single one of my many questions (sorry I had a few) but they did so without any hesitation or doubts. They were most professional in the handling of my shop sale. Thank you to you both. The team really do, I can honestly write this, kept in touch daily via email and telephone. I’ve dealt with companies in the past and I’ve been the one doing the chasing. This IS NOT the case with Sovereign. I believe they take customer service seriously and it’s the old expression, “without people, we’re nothing.” So they look after you and your business fully. The company were so successful with their network. That within a week. Yes, a week! They’d secured a buyer for my business. The buyer was from Newcastle, my shop was all the way in Cheshire, so it shows how far and wide they cast their net to get local interest but also to a wider market. The power of their advertisement campaign really worked. In closing. I cannot fault the service provided my Sovereign. May you too reading this get the same 5 star treatment needed with your selling business needs. Many thanks, Ted.

Teddy · 24 March 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

Fantastic service. Matthew was prompt, very approachable and friendly. He stayed and gave us so much advice over and above what he was required to give. Can thoroughly recommend. Tim Jones

THE · 24 March 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

Earlier this year, I bought a bakery business and Gavin, from Sovereign, was the agent for the sellers. The sale took longer than expected and there were some tricky moments when aspects of the sale needed to be renegotiated. Gavin was a brilliant mediator, gave sound advice to both sides and communicated regularly with all of the agents involved. Due to his efforts, the sale went through successfully, despite all of the delays. I was impressed by Sovereign's commitment and professionalism and would recommend them.

Jenny · 25 August 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

We recently completed on the sale of my MOT Station. Sovereign found a buyer within months of marketing it having previously tried another agent not to far away without so much as a viewing ! It was a long winded sale but Leanne was remarkable throughout and even kept in touch whilst she was on holiday. I truly believe the sale could of fell through on a couple of occasions if it hadnt been for Leanne's professional and determined attitude. I would highly recommend Sovereign business Transfers if you are looking to sell.

Paul · 25 August 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

I'd like to thank matthew and his team for selling my business through these trying times.They pulled out all the stops for me and ere always there for me if i had any problems,they did a fantastic job.I would recommend them to anyone looking to sell a business.Thanks again Matthe and team,DebbiePositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value

DEBBIE · 25 August 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

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We can safely say that our experience with Sovereign is nothing but positive. Leanne Hodgkins was there through every step of the sale of our business with unwavering, dogged determination. We would recommend Sovereign if you are in the market to sell your business,

Suresh · 25 August 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

I sold my business through Sovereign it been amazing experience working with Leanne Leanne been absolutely fantastic dealing with sell from beginning to end she gave 100% from sale to legal side of business till completion She is amazing landy to work with

Mohammed · 23 December 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

We have today completed on the sale of our business. It has been a long time coming but throughout the whole process we have had such great support from Sovereign and especially Leanne. She has been great with her communication with all parties to keep things on track. Couldn't really have asked for more.

Deryn · 25 August 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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“You wanted the best? Then you’ll get the best!” Experienced, professionalism and reliability. These are the 3 words that I would strongly call ‘Sovereign Business Transfer Ltd.’ I was recommended this company, as the time had come to sell my successful business. I had honestly no idea how to go about all the ‘ins and outs’ of selling and arranging the sale. This is where Sovereign took the lead and started the process for me. Matthew arrived to my shop and explained throughly the process of how the company operates and how he will get buyers interested by selling the shop through their much desired digital format. A selection of professional digital HD images were captured in my shop along with a video of my shop. The video really sold the shop in itself because how decent it was. I can safely ensure any potential clients that wish to sell with this company will NOT be disappointed. You can call their office number and speak to one of their quality staff members. Liam and Gavin spoke with myself daily regarding shop viewings, offers and answered every single one of my many questions (sorry I had a few) but they did so without any hesitation or doubts. They were most professional in the handling of my shop sale. Thank you to you both. The team really do, I can honestly write this, kept in touch daily via email and telephone. I’ve dealt with companies in the past and I’ve been the one doing the chasing. This IS NOT the case with Sovereign. I believe they take customer service seriously and it’s the old expression, “without people, we’re nothing.” So they look after you and your business fully. The company were so successful with their network. That within a week. Yes, a week! They’d secured a buyer for my business. The buyer was from Newcastle, my shop was all the way in Cheshire, so it shows how far and wide they cast their net to get local interest but also to a wider market. The power of their advertisement campaign really worked. In closing. I cannot fault the service provided my Sovereign. May you too reading this get the same 5 star treatment needed with your selling business needs. Many thanks, Ted.

Teddy · 20 December 2023

★★★★★ 1/5

Facebook

If like me you have ever tried selling your business, you will realise that a lot of the “big boys” are based in Bolton and have a dubious reputation, to say the least. So, when I came to sell my precious business, I wanted to put it with someone else, someone who was different, someone who would do what they said they would do. I thought Sovereign was that company…..how wrong I was!!! My first few contacts with the company by phone were positive and gave me confidence I was choosing the right people to help me move forward. I then had a meeting with Mathew the owner, who was pleasant, reassuring, and said all the right things. I thought he understood my situation and would be there should I need any professional advice. Again, I was wrong, this would be the last I would see or hear from Mathew (who ironically learned his craft with the Bolton companies!!). I specifically asked for no marketing fee but was happy to pay a higher percentage on the sale. I was happy to pay a higher percentage if a higher price was achieved. I was happy to do anything or everything to help sell the business and pay Sovereign their commission. I asked Mathew if the price seemed fair “very reasonable and just in the right price bracket so anyone being made redundant can easily afford it”!!. Is the market still doing well?? “Amazing, the pandemic has made many redundant, so they have redundancy money, and many are reconsidering their work and wanting to follow their dreams, so now is a perfect time”!!! “Sovereign has had and sold a lot of food companies, as soon as we are working together, we will create a bespoke page / advert describing your business. We will contact you every month and update you on how the campaign is going. We will constantly monitor and tweak the campaign to get the most interest. We will screen every inquiry to make sure the potential buyer is in a position to complete and not waste my time”. After nearly 12 months; - The bespoke add took 3 weeks to create, (not because it was fabulous, it was average) and the original price was £100k too much. It took over another two weeks to get the advert to be correct. In over 12 months I was only contacted twice to update me, the rest of the time I had to chase Sovereign. A business whose sale price is about the same as the value as ALL THE EQUIPMENT advertised with Sovereign did not get EVEN ONE genuine inquiry. NOT ONE!!!!!! I did have my time wasted by someone who was just interested in renting the unit, they already had a catering business. To summarize, if you are looking to put your life on hold for over twelve months, be frustrated and the timescales involved, in faceless telephone conversations, if you are just looking for someone to list your business on websites which you can do yourself. This does not include ones such as Rightmove (apparently, they are not particularly good) and then at the end get a bill for £3500 then these jokers will be perfect for you. It seems one thing Sovereign are VERY good at is producing a contract, the second you sign you are liable, whether they sell your business, if you sell the business, if the business doesn’t get sold or the business closes down, Sovereign has a contract that ensures NO MATTER WHAT THEY DO OR DON’T DO. THEY GET PAID If you want to place your most important asset with professionals then go somewhere else, you may even be better off with the Bolton bunch!!!! I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND TO ANYONE

Carl · 19 December 2023

★★★★★ 2/5

Google

DO NOT USE THIS BUSINESS!!! They are totally sly and shifty. They offer to sell your business and will increase the businesses value which is a criminal offence under the Trading Standards Act of Misleading Marketing Regulations. They will claim to sell your business under a commission only fee then you will have to pay around £3000, as I have, even if they do not sell it!! You have been warned. I am taking this business to the courts so I am giving you a fair, accurate review of this ghastly business and my experience

Peter · 27 August 2013

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

I recently sold my Post Office through sovereign and I found them to be very professional and took away a lot of the stress from the whole procedure. Both Mathew and Alisanne were very approachable and worked hard to make sure the sale went through smoothly. It was certainly money well spent and I have no hesitation in recommending their services.

Tulketh1 · 26 August 2017

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

I engaged Sovereign Business Transfer to sell my Sandwich Shop earlier this year and I have just completed the sale. Matthew, Leanne and Gavin at Sovereign were fantastic from start to finish, offering sound advice whenever needed. Thanks all

Deborah · 24 March 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

Gavin was very helpful from start to finish in getting my business sold. Would definitely use his services again. However, find a conveyancing solicitor yourself that is local to you -- this proved a problem with the ones he had contacts with.

Emma · 25 August 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

Unbelievable service from start to finish with great understanding about our business. Leanne was able to share information with potential buyers without constantly ringing and asking questions. This business put 100% into selling our business for us. Would highly recommend.PositiveProfessionalism

Tim · 25 August 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

I have had a great experience with Sovereign, Leanne has been great throughout the process, keeping everyone involved updated and in the loop. Very Happy and will definitely be working with Sovereign and hopefully Leanne again.

Stephen · 25 August 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

We finally sold our business on Friday after a very difficult period through the Covid pandemic, having been listed slightly before. Sovereign have been great, from the initial valuation from the very experienced and knowledgeable Matthew whose friendly professional manner put us at ease from the start, to the hard working and committed Leanne and Gavin who chased and kept us up to date throughout! We would highly recommend them to anyone selling their business. We are using them again to sell our other business with no hesitation whatsoever.

Steven · 25 August 2022