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Business Valuation

Business Appraiser

by Patricia Skinner

Whatever You Do, Get A Business Appraiser

Despite common impressions, the process of business valuation is not just for a business owner preparing to sell a venture. In fact, there are numerous business and legal situations that require a detailed business valuation. For all of these situations, we recommend one line of action: Hire a professional business appraiser.

To begin with, a detailed valuation is needed when a seller is considering a merger, sale or acquisition, or a shareholder wishes to buy-out other shareholders. Also, government or judicial authorities often require a business valuation for legal matters such as shareholder disputes, divorce proceedings, eminent domain takings, employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs), S corporation election, or breach of contract disputes. Third, taxable events, such as estate and gift planning, or charitable giving also necessitate a valuation.

Identify Business Needs And True Value

Finally, a detailed valuation by a professional business appraiser can help identify what's needed to increase the value of the business, attract new capital, or project potential proceeds from an initial public offering (IPO). With this many potential situations requiring a business valuation, it's important to have an up-to-date professional estimate of the value of your business.

So don't wait until you're being asked for it, or until you don't have time to prepare it. Get ready for any business situation that could require detailed information about your business. Find a professional business appraiser for your business today, and begin the task of increasing your business's value.

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