When appraisers select from the menu of appraisal techniques, the income approach is a popular choice. This technique derives value by converting anticipated economic benefits into their net present value. Long-term sustainable growth is a key ingredient. Capitalization of Earnings Method Here’s the “recipe” for valuing a business under the income approach, when the subject company’s earnings and…

Election season 2020 is in full swing. Over the next few weeks, both parties will be hard at work, trying to win your vote for their presidential candidate. As you watch social media ads and listen to interviews and debates, pay close attention to the candidates’ federal tax plans. Their stances could have a major impact…

In today’s environment, it’s important for business owners to focus on the value of their company and what drives it. The objective of this article is to look at value drivers for operating businesses, as opposed to businesses that are asset-based, such as real estate or securities holding companies. Under the market and income approaches, operating businesses…