Income Statement Diligence That Safeguards your Investment
October 16, 2025
by a professional from James Madison University in Washington, DC, USA
Buying a business without digging deep into the income statement is risky. Numbers on the surface can look strong, but hidden issues often tell a different story. This session focuses on how to analyze income statements to confirm true earnings, uncover red flags, and protect capital before closing a deal.
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What You’ll Learn
- How to confirm net income matches reality using multiple sources.
- Red flags that signal unreliable earnings or manipulated results.
- Add-backs that matter—and the ones that distort cash flow.
- Ways to normalize earnings by adjusting for owners, seasonality, and one-time items.
- Lessons from real transactions that show what can go wrong without proper diligence.
- A clear process to review income statements quickly and with confidence.
This Session is a part of the 2025 Business Acquisition Webinar Series. Hosted by Patrick of O'Connell Advisory Group
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