Due Diligence
Due Diligence
Know the risks before you commit.
Our due diligence service helps you assess business and commercial risks before signing. We review key documents, identify red flags and explain what it all means in plain English so you can move forward with confidence. Fixed-fee support for NZ businesses.
Protect Your Investment With Practical Due Diligence
Due diligence is about understanding what you are really buying into.
Whether you are purchasing a business, investing in a company or entering a significant commercial arrangement, due diligence helps uncover issues that may affect value, compliance or future disputes.
At Margate Group, we focus on practical due diligence that supports better decision-making. We do not overwhelm you with legal jargon. Instead, we highlight the risks that matter and explain how they impact your position so you can negotiate, proceed or walk away with clarity.
Is Due Diligence
Right for You?
Is Due Diligence Right for You?
Due diligence is recommended if you are:
Buying or selling a business
Investing in a company or partnership
Entering a shareholder or joint venture arrangement
Reviewing a business before expansion or restructure
Taking on material commercial or financial risk
During your free consultation, we will confirm whether due diligence is appropriate for your situation and the level of review required.
What’s included in our service
What’s included
in our service
One-off cost:
$995 + GST
No hourly rates. No hidden fees.
- You'll get:
- Review of key business and commercial documents
- Identification of legal, operational and contractual risks
- Organise and Tidy Business Records
- Review Legal Documents
- Due diligence aligned with NZ commercial standards
Payment Available
What You Can Expect
Our due diligence process is designed to be clear, efficient and commercially focused.
Structured Document Review
We review the documents most relevant to your transaction, including contracts, company records and governance materials where applicable.
Risk Identification and Clarity
We identify risks, gaps and inconsistencies that could lead to financial loss, disputes or compliance issues.
Actionable Insights
You receive clear explanations and practical recommendations so you can make informed decisions with confidence.
The Margate Group Standard
Fixed-fee pricing with certainty upfront
Plain English explanations with no unnecessary complexity
NZ-focused commercial experience
Practical advice designed for real business decisions
Free Consultation
We discuss your situation, objectives and documents to understand what needs to be reviewed.
Purchase of Service
Once you decide to proceed, pricing is confirmed upfront at $750 + GST with no hourly rates or hidden costs.
Due Diligence Review
We review the documents, assess risks and prepare a clear summary of findings.
Findings and Guidance
You receive practical guidance, recommendations and support on next steps.
Types of Due Diligence We Support
Business purchase reviews
Shareholder and company reviews
Contract and commercial reviews
Governance and compliance checks
Pre-investment risk assessments
Why Our Due Diligence Is $995 + GST?
Our fixed-fee model provides access to structured due diligence support without the uncertainty of traditional legal billing.
You gain clarity on risk, stronger negotiating confidence and the ability to move forward knowing where you stand.
Trusted by Businesses
Across NZ
Trusted by Businesses Across NZ
From small businesses to established organisations, we’re trusted across New Zealand for clear and practical business support.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is due diligence in NZ?
Due diligence is the process of reviewing a business or commercial opportunity to identify risks before committing.
What documents do you review?
We review business, commercial and governance documents relevant to your transaction.
How long does due diligence take?
Most reviews are completed within 5 to 10 working days depending on complexity and document volume.
Can you review documents prepared by someone else?
Yes. We regularly review agreements and documents drafted by third parties.
Are you a law firm?
No. We provide commercial document review and business support. We do not provide legal representation.