Due diligence that tells you what really matters.
We examine the target against an agreed scope and report the key risks clearly, so you can decide with confidence.
Due diligence tests what you have been told about a business before you commit. The aim is not a long list of findings but a clear view of the few issues that affect price, structure or whether to proceed.
We work to a scope agreed with you, and because our tax and corporate finance teams sit together, tax risks are assessed as part of the deal rather than alongside it.
What a due diligence review covers
- Financial due diligence
- Tax due diligence
- Transaction structure review
- Quality of earnings and valuation
Who this is for
- Buyers and investors acquiring a business
- Sellers who want to find and fix issues before buyers do (vendor due diligence)
- Lenders and funders who need comfort on a transaction
What is the difference between financial and tax due diligence?
Financial due diligence looks at earnings, cash flow, working capital and net debt. Tax due diligence looks at the target’s tax compliance and exposures, and at how the deal should be structured for tax.
What is quality of earnings?
It is a review of whether reported profits reflect the true, repeatable earnings of the business, after adjusting for one-off or unusual items.
Can a seller commission due diligence?
Yes. Reviewing your own business before going to market lets you deal with issues early and manage the buyer’s diligence, which can help a sale run more smoothly.
How long does it take?
It depends on the size and complexity of the business and the scope. We agree the scope and timetable before starting.
This page is general information and is not advice. Speak to an advisor about your circumstances before acting.
