Quality of Earnings Report

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by a searcher
in Dallas, TX, USA

3yrs ago

Quality of Earnings Report

Lite vs full scope Quality of Earnings (QofE) report.

Questions regarding QofE reports:

1) What's the difference between a lite and full scope?
2) When is a full scope necessary or beneficial?

I'm under LOI and trying to determine if a full scope is necessary.

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reply by a professional 2yrs ago
in San Francisco, CA, USA

Thanks for tagging ^redacted‌ | majorly lite version covers basic analysis whereas detailed version covers 100% revenue, expenses, liabilities, each GL transaction review. I would recommend a detailed version if you want a thorough understanding of the business

reply by an intermediary 2yrs ago
from Southern Methodist University in Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA

Yes I think it’s important to know what the lenders requirements are but I strongly suggest that buyers consider a full QofE even if Lender does not require. Especially if financials are not audited which in most Searchfunder type cases they are not. Spend the money to get a proper look.