M&A

Best Practices for M&A Due Diligence

Engaging in a merger or acquisition (M&A) can help your business grow, but it can also be risky. Buyers must understand the strengths and weaknesses of their intended partners or…

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Accounting for M&As

Business merger and acquisition (M&A) transactions have significant financial reporting implications. Notably, the company’s balance sheet will look markedly different than it did before the business combination. Here’s some guidance…

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Joining Forces With Another Nonprofit

A merger may seem like something that happens in the for-profit world, where companies often combine to expand sales territory, gain competitive advantages and boost profits. But, in fact, mergers…

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accounting for business combinations

Accounting for Business Combinations

If your company is planning to merge with or buy another business, your attention is probably on conducting due diligence and negotiating deal terms. But you also should address the…

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Updated guidance for impairment testing: When to consider triggering events

Updated Guidance for Impairment Testing: When to Consider Triggering Events

On March 30, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) published an updated accounting standard on events that trigger an impairment test under U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This simplified…

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Measuring fair value for financial reporting

Measuring Fair Value for Financial Reporting

Business assets are generally reported at the lower of cost or market value for financial reporting. Under this accounting principle, certain assets are reported at fair value, such as asset…

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due diligence

M&A Due Diligence: Don’t Accept Financial Statements at Face Value

The M&A market was hot last year, and that momentum is expected to continue in 2019. Before acquiring another business, however, it’s important to do your homework. Conducting comprehensive due…

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