How durable are the recurring mandates and portfolio commissions?
Analyse recurring fees, portfolio commissions, renewal and cancellation rates, adviser time per client, revenue concentration and profitability by service line rather than relying on gross commission income.
Which licences or professional responsibilities need a new approval?
Review licences, qualified responsible persons, professional-indemnity cover, client authorities, documentation duties, specialist systems and the lawful transfer of confidential files.
What exposure comes from cancellations, clawbacks and major clients?
Revenue may not survive adviser departures, client cancellations, clawbacks or permissions that do not transfer automatically with a change of control.
How will sensitive files and time-critical mandates be handed over?
Sequence client communication, required consents, tax or policy deadlines, powers of attorney, system access and professional responsibility so no mandate becomes unmanaged.