Tax Due Diligence

Tax Due Diligence Services from HURST

Ensure a smooth and successful transaction with HURST’s expert tax due diligence services. Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing in a business, our tailored approach identifies tax risks and opportunities, giving you the confidence to proceed with clarity.

What is Tax Due Diligence?

Tax due diligence is a critical process in mergers, acquisitions, and investments. It involves a comprehensive review of a business’s tax position to:

• Identify potential risks: Detect hidden liabilities or tax exposures that could impact the transaction.
• Validate compliance: Ensure the business meets all relevant tax obligations.
• Highlight opportunities: Uncover areas for tax efficiencies or savings.
• Provide clarity: Equip buyers, sellers, and investors with accurate, actionable information.

A robust tax due diligence process ensures informed decision-making and mitigates risks during transactions.

When Do You Need Tax Due Diligence?

Tax due diligence is essential in the following scenarios:

• Buying a Business: Understand the target’s tax history and liabilities to avoid inheriting unexpected risks.
• Selling a Business: Prepare for the process by identifying and addressing potential tax issues in advance.
• Raising Investment: Provide investors with assurance about your company’s tax compliance and risk profile.
• Restructuring: Ensure tax compliance and efficiency during re-organisations or group changes.

Whether you’re a buyer or seller, proactive tax due diligence is key to a smooth transaction.

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Our Tax Due Diligence Process

At HURST, we offer a comprehensive and tailored approach to tax due diligence, including:

1. Initial Assessment: We work with you to understand the scope of the transaction and your specific concerns.
2. Detailed Review: Our team analyses key areas such as corporation tax, VAT, PAYE, employee benefits, and stamp duty.
3. Risk Identification: We highlight any tax exposures, liabilities, or non-compliance issues that could impact the deal.
4. Actionable Insights: We provide clear recommendations to address risks and maximise tax efficiencies.
5. Ongoing Support: We work closely with your legal and financial teams to ensure the transaction proceeds smoothly.

Our reports are clear, concise, and focused on delivering the insights you need to make confident decisions.

Why Choose HURST for Tax Due Diligence?

• Specialist Expertise: Our tax advisory team has extensive experience in due diligence for a wide range of sectors.
• Tailored Approach: Every transaction is unique, and we adapt our process to meet your specific requirements.
• Trusted Advisors: We work collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure a seamless experience.
• Proven Track Record: HURST has successfully supported buyers, sellers, and investors in transactions of all sizes.

Key Areas of TDD Focus

We cover all major tax considerations, including:

• Corporation tax compliance and liabilities
• VAT and indirect tax reviews
• PAYE and employee benefits
• Capital allowances
• Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)
• Tax risk assessment for cross-border transactions

Contact Us for Tax Due Diligence Services

Ensure your transaction is supported by expert tax due diligence. Contact HURST today to discuss how we can help.

Email: imagine@hurst.co.uk
Phone: 0161 477 2474

Let us give you the clarity and confidence to move forward with your transaction.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is included in tax due diligence?
Our process includes a detailed review of corporation tax, VAT, PAYE, employee benefits, and potential liabilities.

2. How long does tax due diligence take?
The timeline depends on the size and complexity of the transaction but typically takes 2–4 weeks.

3. Can tax due diligence help renegotiate a deal?
Yes. Identifying tax risks or liabilities can provide leverage to renegotiate terms or adjust the purchase price.

4. Do you work with international transactions?
Absolutely. Our team has experience handling cross-border tax due diligence and navigating complex international tax issues.