FAQs About the Excess Earnings Method in Business Valuation
Valuation professionals use various methods to determine the fair market value of a private business or business interest. One of the more debated techniques is the excess […]
A Blueprint for Valuing Construction Companies
Determining the value of a construction company is complex and requires a deep understanding of industry-specific challenges and financial metrics. Whether a construction business owner is planning […]
Speculative Financial Projections Won’t Pass Muster in Court
Business valuation professionals often rely on client-prepared financial projections to calculate lost profits and diminution in value. However, courts may exclude expert testimony […]
Perception vs Reality: What is the Value of a Business Interest?
A business interest’s value is more than just a number to its owner. It represents years of hard work, sacrifice and investment. Owners […]
Goodwill Matters: A Practical Approach to Valuing a Business for Divorce
The multi-attribute utility model (MUM) provides a systematic technique for making complex decisions. One innovative way business valuation experts may use this framework is to break down […]
Unlocking Business Value with Face-to-Face Insights
To determine how much a business is worth, a valuation professional must develop a comprehensive understanding of how it runs. Financial statements and tax returns tell only […]
Put a Business Valuation Pro on Your M&A Team
Global merger and acquisition (M&A) volume is expected to surpass $4 trillion in 2025, the highest in four years, according to Reuters. Reasons for the anticipated surge […]
It’s Critical to Set the Stage Before Valuing a Business
Before you contact a business valuation professional, ask yourself the following five questions to help streamline the valuation process and avoid unnecessary confusion down the road:
Beware of Overly Optimistic Projections Used to Value a Business
Business valuation experts often rely on prospective financial statements when applying the discounted cash flow (DCF) method to value a private business interest. […]
Don’t Overlook the Cost Approach When Valuing a Private Business
There are three commonly accepted techniques for valuing a closely held business: the cost (or asset-based) approach, the market approach and the income […]
