Audited and unaudited statements provide the financial status of a business to potential buyers.

Unaudited financial statements are prepared by Chartered Professional Accountants; audited financial statements are prepared by senior Chartered Professional Accountants.

Audited financial statements provide an accurate picture of the financial status of a business; unaudited financial statements may only contain partially reviewed information.

Unaudited financial statements are prepared by accounting students; audited financial statements are completed by accountants who have received their professional designation.

Audited financial statements comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); unaudited financial statements do not comply with GAAP.