The Deal Might Look Good—But These 5 Mistakes Could Cost You

June 16, 2025
by a professional from James Madison University in Washington, DC, USA
The Deal Might Look Good—But These 5 Mistakes Could Cost You
Date: June 24, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/###-###-#### /WN_NJ9A_Wf4Qpq2BFpsjHDnIQ
The numbers might check out—on the surface. But beneath that "good-looking" deal, buyers often miss costly financial red flags.
In this webinar, Patrick O'Connell breaks down 5 of the most common financial due diligence mistakes that can derail a transaction. These insights come from real deals and real consequences from hundreds of buyer-side FDD engagements.
What we'll cover:
-The 5 most common financial mistakes buyers overlook
-How earnings "adjustments" can distort the real picture
-Why working capital calculations often miss the mark
-Hidden issues in COGS, payroll, and seller reporting
-How to protect yourself before and after the LOI
from University of Washington in Chicago, IL, USA