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by a searcher from Adler School of Professional Psychology
in Marysville, WA, USA

2yrs ago

Question for the accountants, attorneys, and due diligence professionals!

Hi all! I'm beginning the due diligence process for two businesses (my first two LOIs - woohoo!

For those of you who do due diligence frequently, what are some common red flags that you see pop up during due diligence? Put another way, what are some common problems with businesses that due diligence uncovers that would cause you to advise a buyer not to acquire the business?

If it helps narrow down your thought process, both of these businesses are PR firms.

Thanks in advance for your input!

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reply by a professional 2yrs ago
in Rockwall, TX, USA

Dallas Searchers, My fault for not bringing this to your attention sooner. Next week there is an event in Dallas/Westlake called Business Transition Summit redacted I am speaking at the event. Too late to get tickets now I think but ought to be on your radar screen for next year.

reply by a professional 2yrs ago
in Rockwall, TX, USA

It is aimed at business owners that either have a transaction on their horizon, or more importantly recognize that ALL business transition. It is all about building value and structure that that will payoff at the right time.