07/17/2026
Your business is ready to sell. But is your paperwork?
Due diligence is the stage where deals are confirmed (or start to fall apart). Contracts are reviewed, tax histories are examined, corporate records are scrutinized, and assumptions are tested against reality.
A few things that can derail transactions more often than people expect are:
-Missing or unsigned contracts with key customers or suppliers
-Shareholder issues — unclear ownership, undocumented share transfers, or minority rights
-Tax exposure from poorly planned reorganizations or unpaid source deductions
-Employment gaps — key people with no written agreements or confidentiality provisions
The good news? Most of these issues can be managed if they're identified early enough.
Whether you're preparing to sell, entering negotiations as a buyer, or planning a succession, understanding what due diligence involves puts you in a much stronger position at the table.
We cover the full picture in our latest article, including what gets reviewed, what creates problems, and how to stay ahead of it.
Read the complete article here:
Prepare for Mergers & Acquisitions due diligence with a clear checklist of legal documents, risks, and key steps buyers and sellers must know before closing.