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Today, Eric gives a rundown of the core questions you should be asking during the due diligence of mergers and acquisitions and the implications of each question. Tuning in, you’ll find out how to ascertain what discounts you can negotiate, what assets you could potentially exclude from the sale, what hidden risks you may be taking on, and if the company’s profitability and future potential are worth the price. This episode will help you decide whether or not you want to acquire a business and negotiate a better price. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:33] The first question you should ask during mergers and acquisitions: Why are you interested in exploring the sale? [00:45] Question two: What are your plans with the money? [01:11] Question three: Who are the A-players on the team? [01:30] Question four: What does your marketing and sales engine look like?  [02:02] Question five: What other assets do you have? [02:27] Question six: Who would be staying long term with the company? [02:39] Question seven: W