by admin | Jul 23, 2019 | Business Valuation, General News
A structured settlement is an agreement made to settle a monetary claim or lawsuit. It provides for a series of payments made over a period of time, rather than in one lump sum. The future payments are secured by an insurance company annuity or U.S. government... by admin | Jul 23, 2019 | Business Valuation, General News
Value is relative. Some assignments call for an appraisal of the entire entity on a controlling basis. Others require the valuation of a minority interest that may lack control and “marketability.” How do these situations differ — and how do... by admin | Nov 27, 2018 | General News
The value of a business is not directly determined by its historic performance. Instead, investors are more interested in the economic benefits the business will generate in the future. Past performance is only relevant to the extent that it demonstrates trends and is... by admin | Nov 27, 2018 | General News
Anyone with a little business and financial knowledge can do a quick-and-dirty calculation using a industry rule of thumb, such as multiple of annual sales or earnings. But experienced valuation professionals apply tested valuation approaches that are based on real... by admin | Oct 19, 2018 | General News
Do you own a vacation home that’s rented out but also used for a significant amount of time by you personally? Such properties are subject to tax rules that are different from those that apply to properties rented out with minimal personal use. Here’s how...
