avoid the temptation to concentrate on some and breeze through others.
by r. peter fontaine
newgate law
my approach in writing this post is to give you a comprehensive list of due diligence items for your consideration, and to let you select the reviews you wish to perform. the ultimate decision rests with you.
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the scope of due diligence will differ depending on the transaction, and should be appropriately tailored. however, your letter of intent combined with the six areas outlined below result in a fairly comprehensive list of due diligence procedures that should serve the needs of most cpa mergers.
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