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If you’re purchasing equipment for your manufacturing company before year-end, determine if it qualifies for the Section 179 expensing deduction.

The CHIPS Act aims to bolster semiconductor production and economic competitiveness. Among its provisions are funding initiatives and an investment tax credit for manufacturing facilities and equipment.

Workers’ compensation costs can quickly overwhelm a manufacturing company — especially if it turns out to be a rough year with many claims. Here are a few ways to rein in these costs.

Residual (or terminal) value can be a major part of the valuation puzzle. Here are two ways that it can be calculated.

Profits interest awards can be an effective way for LLCs to attract and retain skilled workers, especially if cash is tight. But these awards present valuation challenges that most companies can’t handle in-house.

Settling a divorce can be complicated when a closely held business is involved. In addition to estimating business value, the issue of business vs. personal goodwill might need to be tackled.

If you’ve ever filed a business interruption claim, you know that it can be time-consuming and tedious. Here’s an easy way to simplify the claims filing process: Hire a business valuator to do the dirty work.

Owners’ compensation is often one of the largest expenses on a private business’s income statement. So, the IRS monitors it closely. It’s also one of the most contentious adjustments that’s needed to accurately value a business.

Do financial statements tell you how much a business is worth? Not directly. But they can be a useful launching pad for the cost approach.

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The CHIPS Act aims to bolster semiconductor production and economic competitiveness. Among its provisions is an investment tax credit for manufacturing facilities and equipment

When times are tough, a loan from your employee retirement account can provide much-needed relief. But it's important to understand how these loans work — including the potential pros and cons — before you borrow from your retirement nest egg. 401(k) loans can have short- and long-term adverse financial consequences, especially if you're unable to repay them on time.