Legal and records
Whether a buyer's due diligence will run into surprises.
Are your contracts, leases and licences organized and transferable?
Why it matters: Consent or assignment problems can delay a deal.
A first step: Collect key contracts in one place and have counsel flag any change-of-control terms.
Do you know of any unresolved disputes, tax or ownership issues?
Why it matters: Problems that surface late in due diligence can damage trust and terms.
A first step: List open issues with your lawyer and accountant, and start resolving them before going to market.