RCFE Deal Room · Episode companion guide
The RCFE Due Diligence Checklist Every Buyer Needs Before Making an Offer
Episode published July 9, 2026
Due diligence helps buyers verify an RCFE opportunity before an offer becomes a closing obligation. It should cover the operating business and, where relevant, the property, licensing, contracts, people, and transition requirements.
Review both the business and the property
For the business, organize financial, payroll, occupancy, resident-care, staffing, contract, and compliance questions. For the real estate, assess ownership, condition, safety systems, deferred maintenance, accessibility, and lease terms. Records and qualified inspection matter more than a checklist box marked complete.
Turn findings into decisions
Track each request, source, reviewer, and open question. Ask attorneys, CPAs, lenders, inspectors, and licensing professionals to address issues within their expertise. If information is unavailable, record the gap and understand its effect before deciding how to proceed.
Questions to bring to your next conversation
- Have you reviewed the business and real estate independently?
- Which findings require a specialist or written confirmation?
- Do you have sufficient working capital and a transition plan?
RCFE Deal Room provides general educational information only. It isn’t legal, tax, licensing, valuation, or financial advice. Consult a qualified professional for your situation.