Due Diligence
Thorough, Targeted Due Diligence for Confident Decisions
Due diligence is a critical step in any acquisition, investment, or strategic partnership. Whether you’re buying a business, raising capital, or entering a joint venture, understanding the financial, operational, and commercial realities is essential to making informed decisions and avoiding costly surprises.
At CorporateFinanceAdviser.co.uk, we provide independent, in-depth due diligence tailored to the needs of investors, acquirers, lenders, and business owners. Our work goes beyond ticking boxes—we focus on identifying key risks, validating assumptions, and highlighting opportunities that support better deal outcomes.
Our Due Diligence Services Include:
Financial Due Diligence
A comprehensive review of a target’s financial position, performance trends, normalised earnings, working capital, debt, and forecast reliability.
Operational Due Diligence
Assessment of internal systems, staffing, cost structure, supply chain resilience, and overall business model efficiency.
Commercial Review
High-level analysis of the target’s competitive position, customer base, market dynamics, and potential for sustainable growth.
Vendor Due Diligence
We also work with business owners to prepare for sale, providing vendor due diligence to pre-empt buyer concerns and support smoother transactions.
Why Choose Us?
Specialist SME Focus
We understand the specific challenges and nuances of owner-managed and mid-market businesses.
Clear, Actionable Insights
Our reports are designed to be practical, decision-ready, and free of unnecessary jargon.
Hands-On Support
We work closely with clients, advisers, and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth and efficient process.
Flexible Scope
Whether you’re doing an initial review or full buy-side diligence, we tailor our scope to meet your needs and timelines.
Who We Support
Acquirers seeking to validate investment decisions
Private investors and family offices entering new sectors
Business owners preparing for sale
Lenders assessing risk in debt-funded deals
Management teams involved in MBOs or MBIs
Make better decisions with clarity and confidence.
Get in touch today to discuss how we can support your next transaction.
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