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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.

Congress has passed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), an extensive piece of legislation that President Biden has signed into law. The IRA contains tax breaks, tax increases for some large, profitable corporations and provisions related to the federal deficit, climate change, drug prices for those enrolled in Medicare — and much more. Here are some of the highlights.

Use this checklist to manage the negative effects of inflation while identifying positive, long-term opportunities for your business.

More EVs Eligible for a Tax Break but Automakers Would Like to Expand It The IRS has added more electric vehicles (EVs) to its list of those eligible for a federal tax credit. The tax code provides a credit (of […]