Description
Buying a Business? Don’t Sign Until You Check the Facts.
Purchasing a business is one of the biggest investments you will ever make. However, relying on the seller’s word or a simple spreadsheet can be a financial disaster. Hidden debts, inflated revenue figures and dangerous lease terms are common traps that can turn a dream investment into a liability.
At Margate Group, we provide Practical Due Diligence for Kiwi business buyers. We look beyond the sales pitch to analyse the real financial health and legal risks of the business you want to buy.
Why Choose Our Fixed-Fee Due Diligence? Traditional accounting and law firms often charge hourly rates that spiral out of control just for a simple review. We offer certainty.
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Fixed Fee: A transparent flat rate of $1995 + GST.
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Commercial Focus: We don’t just look at the law; we look at the business. Is it profitable? Are the contracts secure? Is the asking price fair?
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Plain English Report: You get a clear, actionable report telling you exactly what the risks are and whether you should proceed.
What Is Included in the Service? For $1995 + GST, we conduct a comprehensive review of the target business:
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Financial Performance Review: We analyse past financial statements to verify revenue, profit margins and cash flow stability.
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Risk Identification: We highlight “red flags” such as pending litigation, bad debts or over-reliance on a single client.
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Lease & Contract Review: We check the premises lease and key supplier contracts to ensure they are transferable and safe.
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Asset Verification: We ensure the assets listed in the sale agreement actually exist and are owned by the seller.
Our 4-Step Process
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Free Consultation: We discuss the business you are looking to buy to scope the requirements.
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Purchase & Data Collection: You instruct us and we request the necessary documents from the seller (or their broker).
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Findings & Analysis: We dive deep into the numbers and legal documents to find the truth.
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Final Report & Advice: You receive a detailed report with our professional recommendation on whether to proceed, renegotiate or walk away.
Protect your investment. Get the facts before you commit.