How is administrative receivership used?
Administrative receivership was commonly used by banks up to 2003 when the law changed although it can still be used by lenders today if they hold a debenture dated 2003 or older.
The reaction of most directors on discovering that their company is going to enter administrative receivership is one of stress and feelings of personal failure. However, it may be the case that with quick action you can still rescue your company.
How can we help?
- Free initial assessment – find out the facts behind your businesses position and arm yourself with all the necessary information to make the right decision using expert advice from our specialists.
- Make applications to Court – our team understands how to communicate with the courts and the requirements of official orders. By working with our preferred lawyers we can arrange extensions allowing you to effectively manage your company’s situation.
- Structuring time to pay arrangements – if we can produce a watertight turnaround plan this can be used as the basis of a repayment plan to your creditors.
- Working with the Official Receiver – should all else fail then you may be able to request that McTear Williams & Wood is instated as the authority that deals with your compulsory liquidation, ensuring that the sale of your company and assets is handled in a fast and effective manner.
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- Administration as an alternative – should you choose to go into administration rather than looking at rescue our expert advisors can ensure that the sale of your business is handled in a fast and efficient manner to deliver the maximum return.
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Act fast for a better result
Have you already breached the terms and conditions of the finance arrangement with your creditors? Then it may be the case that your creditor is already exploring the possibility of putting your business into administrative receivership. Defaulting on your finance agreements is always a sign of business distress. The sooner you start to understand what is needed to return to full profitability, the more options are available to you.
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