business valuations

Summer is a great time for business owners to review their estate plans. Maybe your kids are home for summer break, so they’re top of mind. Or perhaps you’re vacationing with relatives or getting together for a backyard BBQ. Whatever […]

When a marital estate includes an interest in a closely held business, determining its value for purposes of dividing up assets for a divorce settlement can be challenging. Additionally, part or all of the business may be excluded from the […]

In a business valuation, the company’s books and records may provide additional clues into how much the owners believe the business is worth. Here are five lesser-known indicators of value experts consider.

Valuing a business takes time and money. Sometimes a limited-scope “calculation of value” may be appropriate. But taking shortcuts can be costly in other situations. Here’s information to help you get it right.

The Family Business Alliance estimates that roughly 80% to 90% of all businesses in North America are family owned. But most of them aren’t run like public companies. Here’s how business valuation pros adjust their methods to account for the differences.

Are you involved in commercial litigation, such as a breach of contract or patent infringement claim? If so, it’s critical to understand the differences between lost profits and diminished business value.

Is your business contemplating a merger or acquisition to increase market share, compensate for operational weaknesses or acquire talented workers? A business valuator can help you avoid potential pitfalls.

Is your company about to embark on a major transaction, such as a merger, management buyout or stock repurchase? Here’s how a business valuator can help safeguard the deal.

If you’ve never worked with a business valuation professional, you might not know where to start. Here’s how to get the ball rolling on your valuation project and what to expect throughout the process.

What’s the right valuation date for your business appraisal? Here’s a closer look at this fundamental question and why it matters.

Experts use various methods and inputs when valuing a business. So, it’s common for two valuators working in good faith to reach different conclusions. A rebuttal report can be useful in bridging the gap.

The valuation date is an important cutoff point for information that can be used to value a business. But valuators sometimes consider events that happen after that date if they’re “known or knowable.” Here’s an overview of this principle and possible exceptions.