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2point0 Group Launches Realise to Support Agency Mergers and Acquisitions

2point0 Group, a property sector consultancy, has launched a new division called Realise, focused on business sales, mergers, and acquisitions. The new arm is led by Joel Osbourne, who brings 25 years of mergers and acquisitions experience from LRG and Spicerhaart.

Realise will support estate and letting agency owners who are looking to sell, acquire, or merge their businesses. The division is co-founded by Nicola and Paul Broomham, alongside Osbourne. According to the report, Joel and Paul have together handled more than 50 business sales, mergers, and acquisitions, ranging from boutique lettings operations to large corporate buy-outs.

The launch of Realise expands 2point0 Group’s offering, which now includes business advice and consultancy, recruitment, and services for sales, mergers, and acquisitions. The company states that there is demand for a specialist in this sector who can handle the sale of agencies with discretion and respect.

The Negotiator reports that 2point0 Group has received enquiries since launching in January, indicating interest in specialist support for agency business sales and mergers. Realise aims to work with owners on both immediate transactions and longer-term plans to maximise business value ahead of going to market.

This development is relevant for UK letting agents and inventory clerks considering business transitions, as it introduces a new specialist service for agency sales and mergers within the property sector.