5 reasons why you should use a due diligence checklist when buying a business When you’re buying a company, it’s important to do your due diligence. This means completing a thorough investigation of the company and its financials. A due diligence checklist can help you make sure that you don’t miss any important steps during […]
Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), sometimes referred to as Confidentiality Agreements, are universally binding contracts intended to ensure the confidentiality of shared information. They are frequently used in a wide variety of business transactions, including Mergers and Acquisitions (M&As). It can be difficult for those who don’t have dedicated legal experience to understand exactly what information needs […]
Sellers of a business need to do a lot to prepare for the sale. Along with looking for the right buyer, they should begin planning for the due diligence process well before they list the business for sale. This can help make sure they’re prepared once they do find a buyer, as everything can move […]
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become a major part of the modern corporate landscape. Under this process, two businesses will either combine to form a single entity (merger) or one will purchase the other (acquisition) and, typically, take over its operations. With startup culture thriving and businesses needing to think on their feet to stay […]
In just about any industry, financial reporting will be crucial. This is the disclosure of the business’s finances and related information and is usually given to management as well as stakeholders. The financial reporting covers how the business is performing, usually on a quarterly or annual basis. There is certain information that needs to be […]
While both sides of a merger or acquisition hope the deal will go through without any issues, that’s not likely to happen. Issues are expected during this process, but they shouldn’t be enough to cancel the deal. Buyers, however, will want to make sure they understand what could be a deal breaker and what they […]
While due diligence may not be the most exciting topic, being able to evaluate and understand a potential partner, buyer, or acquisition is important to all growing companies. A virtual dataroom supports companies within these processes. The three primary categories of due diligence are legal, financial, and strategic. Although they have traditionally been distinct, an effective […]
Potential buyers for your business want to see the numbers. They want to see how profitable your business can be for them, what they should expect if they buy your business, and what your business includes. Otherwise, they won’t be interested in it. To show potential buyers what you have to offer, you’ll need to […]
Your business is your baby. Before it even got off the ground, you had a clear vision of the end result. Over the years, you nurtured it and watched it grow and thrive. All along, you knew the time would come to let it go, but like most entrepreneurs, you’re bound to encounter a common […]
If you are looking to sell your business or are acting on behalf of a business owner who wishes to sell, you no doubt understand the importance of the correct disclosure of your company information. The due diligence process offers buyers the opportunity to review documents and ask relevant questions of the current business owner. […]
