Business for Sale Due Diligence Checklist
Make informed decisions before you buy.
Buying a business is a major investment—doing your due diligence is essential to ensure you know exactly what you're getting into. That’s why SBX Business Brokers has created a practical Due Diligence Checklist to help you assess the key aspects of any business before committing.
With over 30 years of experience and 1,700+ successful sales, we know what matters most when evaluating a business. This free checklist is designed to guide you through the areas that commonly get overlooked, from verifying financials to understanding lease terms and staff arrangements.
What’s Inside:
- Ownership & business structure verification
- Financials, cash flow & trading performance
- Plant, equipment & fit-out review
- Lease conditions & transfer considerations
- Staffing, customer contracts & supplier arrangements
- Licences, permits & compliance
- Online presence & IP transfer
- Transition support & training
- Additional cost planning
- Market position & growth potentia
Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, this checklist will help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Note: This checklist is a general guide. We strongly recommend seeking independent legal and financial advice before making any decisions.