When shareholders disagree, it can be difficult to resolve the dispute without resorting to litigation. One of the most common issues in shareholder disputes is the valuation of the business.

If your business has multiple owners, building a buy-sell agreement into your succession plan is strongly advised. Here’s how these arrangements work.

Do you know how much your startup is worth? A #business #valuation professional answers this question by combining the entrepreneur’s projections with objective, market-based data.

Business owners: Whether or not you’re thinking about getting your company appraised, it’s a good idea to brush up on commonly used valuation terms.

A buy-sell agreement can be an important tool to ensure a smooth transfer of ownership in the case of an owner’s death, disability or divorce. But it’s critical for these agreements to cover all the valuation bases.

Do you know the difference between going concern value and liquidation value? The latter has relevance beyond bankruptcy cases.

Today’s economy has left many business owners wavering between optimism and worry. Here are some ways to maintain a steady course toward profitability.

Pricing multiples derived from objective market data can be powerful indicators of business value. The challenge lies in identifying meaningful comparable transactions.

Business owners: If combining an employee retirement plan with a succession planning vehicle intrigues you, check out an ESOP.

Business owners: When it rains, it pours. Inflation may be putting a damper on economic optimism, but there are ways to brighten your horizons.