browse our free m&a resources

Explore our collection of resources for your upcoming merger, acquisition, or exit.

free m&a templates

Browse our free m&a templates and get your deal done right.

m&a due diligence list

This is a typical due diligence list that a purchaser would send to a target company.

term sheet for an M&A transaction

This is a template term sheet for use when one tech company is acquiring the shares of another tech company.

free m&a guides

We've put together in-depth guides to help founders get up to speed.

restraints of trade in New Zealand in the corporate context

Restraints of trade are commonly used in New Zealand contracts - from mergers and acquisition(M&A) deals, in shareholders’ agreements and employment / contractor arrangements.

Tech M&A: how to use locked box and completion accounts

In many M&A deals, the buyer and seller(s) include a mechanism to adjust the final purchase price. The two common mechanisms used are completion accounts and a locked box adjustment. We look at each in turn.

tech M&A: factors to consider when receiving shares as consideration

What if a private or non-listed tech company offers to acquire your company? And instead of cash, they fully or partially offer shares as consideration?

an introduction to warranty and indemnity insurance

This guide will cover what W&I insurance is, policy exclusions, some drafting considerations, and premiums.

what you need to know about secondary sales in VC backed startups

Founders and investors typically consider secondary sales after a few years because they want some cash out. Here's what to consider.

selling your tech company, part 1: the initial stages

Thinking of selling your tech company? Read this first. This two-part guide talks you through the process and what to consider.

selling your tech company, part 2: closing the deal

In this guide, we talk you through what happens after you’ve signed the letter of intent – the steps and issues you are likely to face on the path to completing the sale of your business.