How a Skilled Due Diligence Team Protects Your Bottom Line

When evaluating a potential acquisition, having a clear and accurate understanding of the business is crucial. Without the right expertise, it’s easy to overlook red flags, miscalculate risks, or even overpay for a business that isn’t as strong as it appears. A solid due diligence team ensures you get the full picture, protecting you from […]

Understanding Add-Backs and How They Impact a Deal

When evaluating a business for acquisition, one of the most critical aspects of financial due diligence is understanding add-backs. These adjustments can make a business look more profitable than it actually is – or, in some cases, reveal hidden value. Either way, if you don’t know how to analyze add-backs properly, you could end up […]

What to Look Out for Before Submitting an LOI

When evaluating a business acquisition, the period before submitting a Letter of Intent (LOI) is critical. This is your chance to conduct high-level due diligence, assess deal viability, and ensure you’re not about to buy a business held together by duct tape and wishful thinking. Buyers at all levels should approach this stage with a […]

Why Some Deals Fall Apart in Due Diligence and How to Keep Yours on Track

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are high-stakes ventures, with nearly half of all deals failing before closing. Research shows that up to 50% of M&A transactions don’t make it to the finish line. The biggest stumbling block? Due diligence. This phase is where financial, legal, and operational realities come to light sometimes derailing deals entirely. But […]

3 Ways to Identify an Exceptional SMB Due Diligence Provider

When diving into the world of small and medium-sized business (SMB) acquisitions, one of the most crucial steps is selecting the right due diligence provider. Their insights and analysis can make or break a deal, and finding someone exceptional can greatly influence the outcome. So, how do you spot a truly outstanding due diligence provider […]

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