Accounting M&A Insider: M&A Legal Playbook | EP06 1 Credit
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Important Note: This course was developed prior to the enactment of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), and content may not reflect the latest legal reforms. We are actively updating our courses to reflect the new legislation.
If you want to attend courses related to OBBB, please click here.Think a Letter of Intent is just a formality? Think again. In this episode of Accounting M&A Insider, host Saul is joined by legal and tax strategist Roman Basi to reveal the real legal landmines buried throughout the M&A process. From the structure of LOIs to post-closing tripwires like UCC filings and rep warranties, Roman lays out the legal essentials every buyer and seller needs to know before stepping into a deal. This isn’t theory, it’s a play-by-play guide shaped by decades of transaction experience.
Roman Basi, president of The Center for Financial, Legal & Tax Planning, brings a multidisciplinary perspective as a CPA, attorney, real estate broker, and title agent. He walks listeners through each stage of a firm acquisition: pre-LOI legal readiness, red flags in generic LOIs, the real meaning of “non-binding,” how due diligence connects to reps and warranties, and what gets overlooked at closing.
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Whether you're a first-time seller or a seasoned acquirer, this podcast demystifies the legal side of accounting firm deals. Roman’s insights will help you avoid costly mistakes, ask better questions, and get your house in order before it’s too late.
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| Business Law for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) | 1 CPE | Approved |
| Business Law for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) | 1 CPE | Eligible |
| Business Law for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) | 1 CPE | Eligible |
| Business Law for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) | 1 CPE | Eligible |
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