No question: Management interviews are a critical part of the business valuation process
Management interviews provide important fact-finding opportunities when valuing a business. Beware: In litigation, skipping this step may compromise a valuator’s credibility and the quality of his or her opinion.
Read More Liquidation vs. going-concern value: What’s right for a distressed business?
For businesses contemplating bankruptcy, a valuation can help management decide how to proceed. But these business valuations differ from those of healthy companies.
Read More Levels of value: Why it matters in a business valuation
How much control does a business owner have? How readily can the business interest be converted to cash? These questions need to be addressed to determine the appropriate level of value in a business valuation.
Read More What is your external auditor’s responsibility for cybersecurity?
What’s the average cost of a data breach? As average losses continue to rise, it’s important for companies to understand the scope of auditors’ responsibilities related to cybersecurity.
Read More Beware of fixed-value provisions and other business valuation faux pas in buy-sell agreements
When drafting or updating a buy-sell agreement, it’s important to cover all the value-related bases. Missteps can prove costly, as a recent case demonstrates.
Read More How business valuation pros use transaction databases
Transaction databases: Handle this information with care when valuing a business.
Read More ESOP valuations under increased IRS scrutiny
Thinking about using an ESOP as an exit strategy? Business valuations are critical to avoid missteps with the IRS and U.S. Department of Labor.
Read More Assessing lost business value as a source of economic damages
Lost profits vs. lost business value: What’s right for your case?
Read More Rolling forecasts can provide clarity for manufacturers
Has your manufacturing company considered the benefits of rolling forecasts?
Read More Manufacturing company owners’ compensation: What’s considered reasonable?
There are many factors involved when determining a manufacturing company owner’s reasonable compensation.
Read More Year-end tax planning for manufacturers: Combine the Sec. 179 expensing election with first-year bonus depreciation
Depreciation tax breaks, such as the Section 179 expensing election and first-year bonus depreciation, remain valuable tools manufacturers can use to reap year-end tax savings.
Read More Unfinished business: How to manage your manufacturing company’s WIP inventory
Is your manufacturing company properly monitoring its work-in-process (WIP) inventory?
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