How to Buy, Sell, or Merge Your Practice
Without Losing Clients, Staff, or Value.
25 Years | 157 Transactions | Australia’s Most Trusted

When Values Align, Transitions Work. Let’s Make Sure You Don’t Just Get A Deal; You Get The Right Deal.

ENQUIRE ABOUT BUYING, SELLING, OR MERGING A FIRM
How to Buy, Sell, or Merge Your Practice
Without Losing Clients, Staff, or Value.
 
25 Years | 157 Transactions | Australia’s Most Trusted

When Values Align, Transitions Work.
Let’s Make Sure You Don’t Just Get A Deal;
You Get The Right Deal.

ENQUIRE ABOUT BUYING, SELLING, OR MERGING A FIRM

Before I Tell You All About This Business

and Life-Changing Program, Let’s Talk
About Who It’s Really For…

THIS IS FOR YOU IF:

 

✅You’re an Accountant who’s ready to explore the next chapter - whether that means Buying, Selling, or Merging.

✅You care about more than the transaction; you care about people, clients, and the legacy you’ve built.

✅You’re committed to the process, knowing this journey requires clarity, patience, and wisdom.

✅ You want outcomes that are strategic, sustainable, and future-focused, not rushed or one-sided.

✅ You value long-term success over quick wins, and want to protect your reputation and legacy.

✅ You believe compromise isn’t weakness - it’s the wisdom that creates lasting value.

✅ You want to walk away from a deal knowing everyone wins - the buyer, the seller, and the clients who matter most.

Before I Tell You All About This Business and Life Changing Program, 
Let’s Talk About Who
It’s Really For…

THIS IS FOR YOU IF:

✅ You’re an Accountant who’s ready to explore the next chapter - whether that means Buying, Selling, or Merging.

 

✅ You care about more than the transaction; you care about people, clients, and the legacy you’ve built.

 

✅ You’re committed to the process, knowing this journey requires clarity, patience, and wisdom.

 

✅ You want outcomes that are strategic, sustainable, and future-focused - not rushed or one-sided.

 

✅ You value long-term success over quick wins, and want to protect your reputation and legacy.

 

✅ You believe compromise isn’t weakness - it’s the wisdom that creates lasting value.

 

✅ You want to walk away from a deal knowing everyone wins - the buyer, the seller, and the clients who matter most.

 

Why Our Services Are Unlike

Anything You've Seen Before

THIS ISN'T YOUR TYPICAL ADVISORY OR TRANSACTION SERVICE. WE FOCUS ON MAKING EVERY STEP OF YOUR DEAL MEANINGFUL AND MANAGEABLE.

HERE'S WHAT SETS US APART: 

  • End-to-end clarity - we help you understand every stage of the process, so decisions feel confident, not confusing. 
  • Insight-driven strategies - combining market knowledge with proven approaches that minimise risk and maximise opportunity. 
  • Relationship-first approach, we prioritise the human side of deals, ensuring clients and teams feel supported throughout. 
  • Practical, hands-on mentorship - you get guidance, not just advice, to turn strategy into action. 
  • Long-term impact - every move is designed to strengthen your reputation, legacy, and the future of your firm. 

We don't just facilitate deals; we turn complex transactions into growth, trust, and opportunity for everyone involved.

Why Our Services Are

Unlike Anything You've

Seen Before

THIS ISN'T YOUR TYPICAL ADVISORY OR TRANSACTION SERVICE. WE FOCUS ON MAKING EVERY STEP OF YOUR DEAL MEANINGFUL AND MANAGEABLE.

HERE'S WHAT SETS US APART:

  • End-to-end clarity - we help you understand every stage of the process, so decisions feel confident, not confusing.
  • Insight-driven strategies - combining market knowledge with proven approaches that minimise risk and maximise opportunity.
  • Relationship-first approach - we prioritise the human side of deals, ensuring clients and teams feel supported throughout.
  • Practical, hands-on mentorship - you get guidance, not just advice, to turn strategy into action.
  • Long-term impact - every move is designed to strengthen your reputation, legacy, and the future of your firm.

We don't just do deals; we turn complex transactions into growth, trust, and opportunity for everyone involved.

Make the Right Move for Your

Business with Expert Guidance

 

SPEAK DIRECTLY WITH OUR TEAM. TRUSTED ADVICE FROM EXPERTS WITH 150+ SUCCESSFUL DEALS.

 

Make the Right Move
for Your Business
with Expert Guidance

SPEAK WITH OUR TEAM. TRUSTED ADVICE FROM EXPERTS WITH 150+ SUCCESSFUL DEALS.

 
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Which Best Describes Your Situation

Which Best Describes

Your Situation

Why Accountants Feel Confident

With Us by Their Side

We Guide → They Disappear

We coach you through every step, even after settlement, while others vanish once the deal is done.

We Tailor → They Copy-Paste

Every strategy is designed for your unique situation, not a one-size-fits-all approach.

We Focus on Fit → They Chase Quick Deals

Cultural fit and long-term success matter most, not rushing for a quick commission.

We Deliver Triple Wins → They Prioritise Commission

Our decisions create wins for buyers, sellers, and clients, not just the bottom line.

We Know the Market → They Lack Experience

Deep accounting expertise and market insight guide every recommendation.

Why Accountants Feel Confident With Us
by Their Side

We Guide → They Disappear

We coach you through every step, even after settlement, while others vanish once the deal is done.

We Tailor → They Copy-Paste

Every strategy is designed for your unique situation, not a one-size-fits-all approach.

We Focus on Fit → They Chase Quick Deals

Cultural fit and long-term success matter most, not rushing for a quick commission.

We Deliver Triple Wins → They Prioritise Commission

Our decisions create wins for buyers, sellers, and clients, not just the bottom line.

We Know the Market → They Lack Experience

Deep accounting expertise and market insight guide every recommendation.

    

"A great deal leaves no one behind-the buyer feels confident, the seller feels proud, and clients feel secure. That's the heart of what we do: not just deal-making, but future-shaping.

Because when firms merge or change hands, it's more than numbers. It's about trust, continuity, and protecting what's been built. Compromise isn't a loss; it's the wisdom that creates unity, strength, and a brighter path forward for everyone involved."

"A great deal leaves no one behind-the buyer feels confident, the seller feels proud, and clients feel secure. That's the heart of what we do: not just deal-making, but future-shaping.

Because when firms merge or change hands, it's more than numbers. It's about trust, continuity, and protecting what's been built. Compromise isn't a loss; it's the wisdom that creates unity, strength, and a brighter path forward for everyone involved."

           SELLER
“After buying the wrong firm, I turned to John and the team.

Not only did they find the right firm for me to invest in, but they also guided me through selling my own firm, every twist and turn, and delivered a premium result on both my practice sale and equity buy-in. My future has never been brighter”

SELLER
“After buying the wrong firm, I turned to John and the team.

Not only did they find the right firm for me to invest in, but they also guided me through selling my own firm, every twist and turn, and delivered a premium result on both my practice sale and equity buy-in. My future has never been brighter”

NICOLE, PRACTICE OWNER, MELBOURNE
NICOLE, PRACTICE OWNER, MELBOURNE
"John Peterson transformed our $3M ceiling into a $100M reality.

When others saw limitations, he saw potential. Through strategic partnerships and disciplined governance, we have built a 500-person organisation with multiple equity partners. His frameworks didn't just grow our business, they secured our succession and created lasting value."

BUYER
PETER SARAI, FOUNDER, MODORAS GROUP
BUYER
 
“John Peterson transformed our $3M ceiling into a $100M reality.

When others saw limitations, he saw potential. Through strategic partnerships and disciplined governance, we have built a 500-person organisation with multiple equity partners. His frameworks didn't just grow our business, they secured our succession and created lasting value."

PETER SARAI, FOUNDER, MODORAS GROUP
           MERGER
"John Peterson saved me from three wrong deals that seemed right at the time.

His 'walk away' advice was frustrating then, but brilliant now. He just introduced me to a life-changing merger with one of Australia's elite, fastest-growing firms. Sometimes the best deal is the one you don't do - until the perfect one comes along."

RAVI NAND, FOUNDER, MONEYTREE ACCOUNTING
MERGER
 
"John Peterson saved me from three wrong deals that seemed right at the time.

His 'walk away' advice was frustrating then, but brilliant now. He just introduced me to a life-changing merger with one of Australia's elite, fastest-growing firms. Sometimes the best deal is the one you don't do - until the perfect one comes along."

RAVI NAND, FOUNDER, MONEYTREE ACCOUNTING

"OUR TRIPLE WIN PHILOSOPHY: 

AT THE HEART OF WHAT WE DO IS TRUST AND GENUINE CARE. WE CREATE RESULTS THAT TRULY SERVE BUYERS, SELLERS, AND THEIR CLIENTS. EVERYONE DESERVES TO WIN. THAT'S THE TRIPLE WIN."

OUR TRIPLE WIN PHILOSOPHY:

AT THE HEART OF WHAT WE DO IS TRUST AND GENUINE CARE. WE CREATE RESULTS THAT TRULY SERVE BUYERS, SELLERS, AND THEIR CLIENTS. EVERYONE DESERVES TO WIN. THAT'S THE TRIPLE WIN.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

SELLER

BUYER

MERGER

A Message from John

When it comes to buying, selling, or merging with a firm, I know it can feel overwhelming. These decisions affect people, clients, culture, and the legacy you've worked hard to build.

Most deals that fail don't fail because of the numbers. They fail because of a poorly executed process and misaligned expectations. That's exactly what we're here to prevent.

At Best Practice, we don't treat these transactions like paperwork exercises. We've developed a systematic approach that protects everyone involved because when deals go sideways, it's usually the people and clients who suffer most.

We make sure every deal creates value for the buyer, the seller, and the clients who depend on continuity. We provide clear frameworks, so you know exactly what to expect at each stage.

No surprises, no confusion.

We focus on sustainable outcomes and cultural alignment, not just getting to settlement.

This doesn't have to be complicated. With proper guidance and a systematic approach, you can achieve an outcome that genuinely works for everyone involved. Whether you're considering an exit strategy, looking to acquire, or exploring partnerships, we're here to help you navigate this process with confidence.

Having been through business transactions myself for over 25+ years (both successful ones and some expensive lessons), I understand what works and what doesn't. I've seen hundreds of these deals, and I know how to structure them properly from the start.

I look forward to our conversation.

 John

 

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A Message from John

When it comes to buying, selling, or merging with a firm, I know it can feel overwhelming. These decisions affect people, clients, culture, and the legacy you've worked hard to build.

 

Most deals that fail don't fail because of the numbers. They fail because of a poorly executed process and misaligned expectations. That's exactly what we're here to prevent.

 

At Best Practice, we don't treat these transactions like paperwork exercises. We've developed a systematic approach that protects everyone involved because when deals go sideways, it's usually the people and clients who suffer most.

We make sure every deal creates value for the buyer, the seller, and the clients who depend on continuity. We provide clear frameworks, so you know exactly what to expect at each stage.

No surprises, no confusion.

We focus on sustainable outcomes and cultural alignment, not just getting to settlement.

This doesn't have to be complicated. With proper guidance and a systematic approach, you can achieve an outcome that genuinely works for everyone involved. Whether you're considering an exit strategy, looking to acquire, or exploring partnerships, we're here to help you navigate this process with confidence.

Having been through business transactions myself for over 25+ years (both successful ones and some expensive lessons), I understand what works and what doesn't. I've seen hundreds of these deals, and I know how to structure them properly from the start. I look forward to our conversation.

John

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Which Best Describes Your Situation

What you’ll discover in the guide:
  • The key drivers that increase (or destroy) your firm’s value. 
  • How to structure your exit so clients and staff stay secure. 
  • The 5 most common mistakes sellers make — and how to avoid them. 
  • Real-world examples of successful sales and premium valuations.
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What you’ll discover in the guide:

  • How to uncover off-market opportunities before others do.

  • What to look for in valuations, due diligence, and cultural fit.

  • 7 deal-killing mistakes that cost buyers millions — and how to sidestep them.

  • Case studies of firms that grew rapidly through smart acquisitions.

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What you’ll discover in the guide:

  • When merging makes sense - and when selling/buying is smarter.

  • How to find the right partner and structure a true win/win.

  • The cultural red flags that sabotage merged firms (and how to spot them early).

  • Stories of firms that used mergers to thrive, not just survive.

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