Top 7 reasons to get a business valuation

Here are the top 7 reasons for a business valuation from a certified business appraiser:

1. Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A):

A business valuation provides a realistic estimate of a company's worth to help determine an appropriate purchase price for the business during M&A transactions.

2. Estate and Gift Tax Planning:

A business valuation provides an accurate estimation of the value of a business for estate and gift tax purposes, which can help minimize estate and gift tax liabilities.

3. Divorce Litigation:

A business valuation is used to determine the value of a business that is part of a divorce settlement, which can help to fairly divide the assets between the spouses.

4. Partnership Disputes:

A business valuation provides an independent and impartial evaluation of the value of a business to help resolve disputes between partners over the distribution of profits, the buyout of a departing partner, or other issues.

5. Bankruptcy and Insolvency Proceedings:

A business valuation helps determine the value of assets and liabilities in bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings, which can help to determine a fair and equitable distribution of assets among creditors.

6. Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs):

A business valuation helps determine the value of a company's stock for the purpose of an ESOP, which can provide a mechanism for employees to acquire an ownership interest in the company.

7. Corporate Planning and Financial Reporting:

A business valuation provides a basis for making informed decisions about the future direction and strategy of a company, and also helps to ensure accurate financial reporting by providing a fair market value of assets and liabilities.