Many sectors utilize the term “fair market value.” Some of these sectors include company valuation and appraisals, business brokerage, mergers and acquisitions, venture capital, commercial financing, charity donations, and federal and state laws. But the usage of the term is not limited to them. There are also various definitions of the term. But when it […]
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Everything You Need to Know When Valuing a Pre-Revenue Tech Startup
What is Pre-Money Valuation? How to Value a Startup. Pre-Money versus Post-Money Valuation Differences Valuing a pre-revenue startup business can be difficult, particularly given the various variables that must be considered. Many factors go into researching and generating a pre-revenue business valuation, including industry conditions, the reputation and expertise of the executive staff, the size […]
Business Appraisal Reality Check: How It Works
What is a business appraisal Reality check? Just as the name suggests it answers the question does the value of your business make sense in the real world?
The Business Valuation Process
What are the Steps of the Business Valuation Process? Understand the Client’s Needs How do you end up with a perfect product or service? It starts with a perfect purchase order. What are the client and their advisors trying to accomplish? Is this valuation so the business can go to market or is it for […]
Navigating Unsolicited Offers to Buy your Business
Understand Real Buyers from the Posers Steps to Take When You Receive an Unsolicited Offers to Buy your Business As a business owner, you wear many hats. Your roles often include overseeing production, operations, and sales. You may even be working to establish a partnership, settle ownership disputes, or bring in a third party. Your […]
Business Valuation Trends updated for 2021
Business Appraisal FL|GA|HI (BA FL|GA|HI) stays on top of business valuation trends. The unpredictable 2021 pandemic has changed the valuation of many businesses. BA FL|GA|HI will keep you updated as we monitor the global business valuation environment and report our findings back to you. As a business owner, you are fully aware of the key […]
Taxes are an Investment (When Selling Your Company)
We all hate paying taxes. Why would you want to pay more taxes at any time for any reason? Selling a business and borrowing money (which, at most times, the two are tied together) are both cash flow related. Buyers of companies value provable cash flow above all. Banks and other lenders value cash flow […]
Here’s What You Should Know About Intellectual Property Valuation
How to Value My Company’s Intellectual Property The Importance of Knowing Your IP’s Value Businesses continue to globalize and modernize in the present day. Thus, many are incorporating more technology and non-physical assets into their companies. As a result, firms are coming to terms with the fact that intellectual property (IP) increasingly comprises the bulk […]
The Complete Guide on How to Choose the Best Business Appraiser
Who is the Best Valuation Company for Your Engagement? There are many reasons to hire a business appraiser other than an owner wanting to sell their company or someone wanting to make an offer to buy. If a company wants to raise equity, it’ll need a valuation to determine how much they’re worth. Employee incentive […]
Obtain a Business Valuation Before You Sell Your Company
Determining Your Business’s Market Value Selling Your Business? Know its Value. How to Value a Business to Buy or Sell If you are a business owner, you have considered selling your business. Increased demand for business ownership has put selling prices at a premium. This, coupled with a desire from many entrepreneurs to pursue new […]
Is your private company issuing stock options? The need for an IRC section 409a Valuation
What is a 409A Private Company Valuation? How do I get a 409a Appraisal? Do I need a 409A Valuation? If your private company is issuing stock options or any other form of deferred compensation or equity compensation to your employees, you must have an assessment of the fair market value of your business performed […]
Business Valuations for Estate Planning, Wealth Transfer, and IRS Gifting
Plan for Your Business Future Starting with a Certified Business Appraisal Estate Planning Starts with Knowing Your Company’s Value If you are a business owner, you have considered obtaining a business appraisal of your enterprise. A business appraisal, or business valuation, reflects the current economic value of a business. Business owners conduct such valuations for […]