What is the Diligentsia and Businesses For Sale (BFS) Partnership about.
Selling a business isn't just about finding a buyer but also about getting organised for a quick sale.
That's why BusinessesForSale.com have teamed up with Diligentsia to help you prepare your business for sale. Well prepared businesses are often more appealing to buyers, potentially leading to faster sales and more accurate valuations.
With Diligentsia's Sale Readiness Checklist, you will:
Assess your business's sale readiness
Identify risks that need to be addressed
Get bespoke recommendations to increase it's value
Receive a report which you can share with potential buyers.
Let's get your business sold.
How can i generate and complete my BFS X Diligentsia checklist?
If you don't have an account on Diligentsia prior to this, you can click here to go to the BFS X Diligentsia checklist page, add your company and your checklist would be generated, you'd also be given a free KPI report.
BFS Checklist Page. Click on "Let's Go! - It's FREE"
Search for your UK company and confirm.
Confirm Company
Fill in the popup form. Add your website(check and confirm), add 5 keywords that explain your business activities, select whether your company is Pre revenue or Post revenue early stage or mature, your company objective would be prefilled as exit ready, add your company email and click submit.
Your company description would be generated indicating that your company has been added.
When you click next, your checklist would start generating. It doesn't take long. In the meantime, you can view our free KPI report tailored for your business.
KPI Report
Your checklist is ready and you can now answer and view your report when you are done. You can also view your workflow report. Check more on the workflow report here.
You can always save your checklist and complete it later, but you'll have to register to do that. Click the Save for later button.
When you click on Save for Later, you are directed to the registration page. Fill in your details, agree to the terms and conditions and click register.
A login code is sent in an email also with a welcome email from our platform. Fill in the code in the popup on the website.
You'll be taken to your company index and you can go to your company dashboard from there.
To complete the checklist that you've saved for later, click on "Company Dashboard" from your Company Index. Click on "Anylist Checklists"
You'll see your checklist. Click on Business for Sale to continue your checklist.
You can continue your checklist from where you stopped.
Complete it and view your report. You can also download a pdf format of your report.
You can also view your workflow report. You can also download a pdf format.
If you already have an account with Diligentsia and you've already added your company and you want to take the checklist, go to the dashboard, scroll down to your appstore and click on "exit ready", then click on Business for Sale. It requires a Pro subscription.
Click on Exit ready and click on Business for Sale.
Wait for few minutes while your checklist is being generated.
checklist is generated. Answer the questions.
You can also view your report and workflow report when you're done. If you already have an account and a dashboard, you can always complete your checklist by going back to the Appstore, clicking on Exit ready and clicking on Business for Sale.
Troubleshooting FAQs
Q: What is the Diligentsia and BusinessesForSale (BFS) partnership?
A: It’s a collaboration to help business owners prepare for a fast, well-valued sale using Diligentsia’s free Sale Readiness Checklist.
Q: Is the BFS Sale Readiness Checklist free to use?
A: Yes, it’s completely free to generate and complete the checklist, including access to a KPI report.
Q: Where do I find the BFS Sale Readiness Checklist?
A: Go to the dedicated checklist page from the on the Diligentsia site and click “Let’s Go! – It’s FREE.” or on your Company Dashboard > Appstore> Exit Ready > Business for Sale
Q: What if I don’t have a Diligentsia account?
A: You can still access the checklist. To save and continue later, you’ll need to register after starting the checklist.
Q: What information is required to generate the checklist?
A: You’ll need your UK company name, website, 5 keywords, stage of development, company email, and confirmation of being “exit ready.”
Q: Why is my company not showing in the search step?
A: Ensure the company is correctly registered in the UK and check your spelling. If problems persist, contact support.
Q: How long does it take to generate the checklist?
A: Typically under 5 minutes. You can view your free KPI report while waiting.
Q: Can i duplicate my checklist?
No, you cannot duplicate your checklist.
Q: Why does the "Next" button remain greyed out?
A: It will turn red once the checklist is ready. Wait a few moments or refresh the page if needed.
Q: Can I upload files to improve the checklist results?
A: Not at this stage. The checklist is based on your inputs during setup.
Q: Can I save my progress and return later?
A: Yes, but you must register to access the “Save for Later” feature.
Q: How do I complete a checklist I saved earlier?
A: Go to your Company Dashboard > Appstore > Exit Ready > click “Business for Sale” to resume.
Q: How do I access the checklist if I already have a Diligentsia account?
A: From your dashboard, go to the AppStore > “Exit Ready” > click “Business for Sale.” A Pro subscription is required.
Q: Do I need a Pro subscription to use the BFS checklist if I already have an account?
A: Yes, existing users must have a Pro plan to access this module through the AppStore.
Q: Can I download the report once I complete the checklist?
A: Yes, you can download your Sale Readiness Report and Workflow Report as PDFs.
Q: What is the Workflow Report?
A: It’s a tool that tracks checklist actions, risk areas, and recommendations—ideal for internal planning or sharing with advisors.
Q: Can I retake the checklist later with updated business details?
A: Yes, you can regenerate the checklist at any time with new inputs.
Q: What types of insights does the checklist provide?
A: It identifies risks, assesses sale readiness, and provides tailored recommendations to improve business value.
Q: Can multiple team members work on the checklist?
A: Yes, team collaboration is supported if permissions are granted via the company account.
Q: Who do I contact if I have problems accessing the checklist or dashboard?
A: Use the help chat on the Diligentsia website or email support@diligentsia.co.uk for assistance.
Q: How is the BFS checklist different from other readiness tools?
A: It’s specifically tailored for business sale preparation, aligned with what buyers are looking for, and co-designed with BusinessesForSale.com.
Q: What if I want to test my partnership module privately with a few clients before full launch?
Yes, we can help you do a soft launch based on your requirements