Due Diligence Cost Calculator
Deal Type
Complexity Level
Deal Size$10.0M
$1M$250M$500M$750M$1B
Number of Documents500
501,2502,5003,7505,000
Data Room Duration3 months
1471012
Total Due Diligence Cost
$190K
Estimated total cost for due diligence process including legal, financial, technical, and data room expenses.
Cost Breakdown
Core Due Diligence$150K
Document Review$25K
Data Room$15K
Total$190K
What factors affect due diligence costs?
Here's an explanation for each factor
- Deal Size
- The transaction value significantly impacts due diligence costs. Larger deals typically require more extensive review and analysis, though costs don't always scale linearly.
- Deal Type
- Different transaction types have varying cost structures. M&A deals typically cost more than VC deals due to complexity, while IPOs require extensive regulatory compliance.
- Complexity
- Deal complexity directly affects costs. High complexity deals with regulatory requirements, multiple jurisdictions, or intricate structures require more time and expertise.
- Number of Documents
- The volume of documents requiring review impacts legal and advisory costs. More documents mean more review time and higher expenses.
- Data Room Duration
- How long the data room needs to remain active affects monthly subscription costs. Longer processes require extended access periods.
- Security & Compliance
- Regulatory requirements and security needs can significantly impact costs. Industries with strict compliance needs (healthcare, finance) typically have higher due diligence expenses.
Real-World Example: How family offices running M&A transactions and due diligence
See how G.P. Loree & Co., a New York family office, manages due diligence for complex transactions and deal documentation:
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G.P. Loree & Co. uses Papermark to securely organize institutional investment data and streamline due diligence
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