The Complete Due Diligence Checklist

Due diligence preparation isn’t something you start when a buyer shows interest—it’s a discipline you build into your operation years in advance.

This checklist covers every document buyers request, from financial statements and fuel agreements to UST compliance and vendor contracts.

What Makes This Different:

• Based on 100+ actual c-store deals—not generic templates
• Created by former operators with 70+ years experience
• Priority markers show which items are CRITICAL, impact VALUATION, or create TIME PENALTIES

What’s Inside

• 8 Essential Categories – Financial, Operational, Legal, Real Estate, HR, Technology, Environmental, Supplier Contracts
• Priority Markers – Know which documents are critical, impact valuation, or delay closing
• Preparation Timeline – Some sections take 6-12 months to complete
• Gap Assessment Framework – Identify missing documentation before buyers do
• Bonus: Complimentary consultation to discuss your situation

From Steve Griffin, Partner & Former Operator

“We built Griffin Express from 1 location to 70 locations before transitioning to M&A advisory work. In our 100+ transactions, operators who navigate due diligence smoothly aren’t scrambling to find documents. They’ve been organizing these records as part of running a well-managed business.”

Why operators trust DEG:

• Former operators with three generations of downstream energy expertise since 1956
• Principals lead every transaction—not junior bankers
• In-house legal counsel flags issues early
• Specialized exclusively in c-stores, gas stations, and travel centers

Why Download This Checklist

• Avoid Costly Delays – Missing documentation causes deals to fall apart or adds months to closing
• Maximize Valuation – Organized records demonstrate a well-managed operation
• Reduce Stress – Have everything ready when buyers request it
• Start Early – Environmental compliance alone can take 6-12 months if you have gaps

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