Due Diligence
McDonald Walsh Ltd has an experienced team to carry out due diligence for clients acquiring businesses. This involves a detailed investigation by our office into the company being purchased. It covers:
The business structure – how it is owned and constituted and what changes will be necessary prior to acquisition.- The financial health of the business, based on a detailed examination of past financial statements and an analysis of the existing asset base.
- The credibility of the owners, directors and senior managers of the business, including validation of the CV’s of key management.
- The future potential of the business, reflected in the strength of its products and services, and the probability of earnings growth over the medium-to-long term.
- An assessment of the risk involved in the business, in terms of markets, strategy and likely future events.
- The company’s business plan, in terms of how realistic it is, how solid the assumptions used and how well it conveys the business potential.
- Assessment of taxation aspects of the business and warranties required.
Contact McDonald Walsh & Co to talk to a member of our team on 093-24693