Mergers & Acquisition Insurance
Contract of Sale insurance, sometimes called Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Insurance, is a specialised insurance solution designed for SME businesses to protect buyers and sellers during the purchase or sale of a business.
Whether you are acquiring a company, selling your business, or investing in a transaction, Contract of Sale insurance helps reduce financial risks and provides confidence throughout the sale/purchase process.
Contract of Sale insurance is designed for SME businesses with a sale value from $500,000 to $30 million.
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What Does Contract of Sale Insurance Cover?
Warranty & Indemnity (W&I) Insurance
Protects against financial loss if warranties or representations made in the sale agreement are incorrect or breached after settlement.
Tax Liability Cover
Provides protection against unexpected tax liabilities or disputes identified during or after the transaction.
Legal Liability Protection
Covers legal costs and compensation related to claims arising from the transaction.
Due Diligence Risk Cover
Helps protect buyers and sellers against risks that may not have been identified during due diligence investigations.
Contingent Risk Insurance
Provides cover for known risks where the financial outcome is uncertain, such as regulatory or contractual disputes.
Litigation Protection
Covers certain legal disputes or ongoing litigation connected to the business transaction.
Transaction Security
Helps facilitate smoother negotiations by reducing the need for large escrow amounts or extended indemnity obligations.
Financial Protection
Business transactions can involve significant financial exposure. M&A insurance helps minimise unexpected losses and protects your investment.
Peace of Mind
Complete your transaction with greater confidence knowing key risks are covered throughout the deal process.
Flexible and Tailored Policies
Policies can be customised to suit different transaction sizes, industries, and business structures.
Supports Faster Transactions
M&A insurance can help simplify negotiations between buyers and sellers, supporting quicker and more efficient deal completion.
Why is Contract of Sale Insurance important?
Buying or selling a business involves complex legal, financial, and operational risks. Even with detailed due diligence, unexpected issues can arise after settlement. M&A insurance helps protect both parties from costly claims, disputes, and hidden liabilities, allowing transactions to proceed with greater certainty and security.