Can You Recycle a Business Valuation Report?
If you’ve previously obtained a formal business valuation, you might be tempted to reuse it for another purpose. This might seem like a good way to save time and money. But doing so without first […]
Hiring a Valuation Advisor to Support Your Business Interruption Claim
Business interruption insurance may replace lost income and reimburse certain continuing expenses after a covered event damages property and disrupts normal operations. If a fire, storm or other disaster strikes, a business valuation professional can […]
Using the Asset Approach to Value a Business
Business valuation professionals use three approaches to determine the fair market value of a business or business interest. First, the income approach derives value from the […]
Why Business Owners Need a Valuation to Address Estate Planning Needs
Summer is often a good time to revisit your estate plan, especially if you’re getting together with loved ones for vacations or family gatherings. Of course, […]
Revenue Ruling 59-60: Does Your Business Valuation Cover All The Bases?
The IRS created Revenue Ruling 59-60 to outline the methods and factors to consider when valuing closely held businesses for federal gift and estate tax purposes. Today, it’s often referenced in valuations prepared for other […]
FAQs About Valuing Goodwill in Marital Dissolutions
When a marital estate includes a closely held business, the value of goodwill often becomes a contentious issue. Goodwill is an intangible asset that can have […]
3 Methods Business Valuation Pros Use to Calculate Lost Profits
Business disputes often involve more than determining who was at fault — they also require measuring the financial harm caused by a particular action or event, […]
Restructuring? Put a Business Valuation Professional on your Team
Filing for bankruptcy doesn’t necessarily mean you close shop. Many distressed businesses decide to reorganize instead. This option provides a path for continued operations. Here’s how a business valuation professional can provide insight during this […]
Do Voting Rights Matter When Valuing Closely Held Business Interests
Differences in owners’ voting rights can impact the value of a business interest — but not always. A business valuation professional must thoughtfully evaluate ownership rights […]
Turn to Business Valuation Pros for QoE Reports
Financial statements provide the data to support prices in mergers and acquisitions (M&As). But are those reported results reliable and sustainable? After all, the value of a business is based on expected future earnings, not […]
