Many people are uncomfortable discussing with heirs how they will distribute their estate. Perhaps you don’t want your children to realize how much they may receive after your death. Or you may think your choice of heirs could change in the future. However, if you don’t discuss your estate plan, disagreements and conflicts could erupt once…

Most closely held business owners want to know the value of their investments, especially if they are going to sell or gift shares to family members or charities. Valuing a private business is a complex undertaking, however. The only sure way to appraise a business interest is to hire a valuation professional who understands the current marketplace and the…

The business valuation profession has grown rapidly since 1980. Over the decades, it has developed from a rudimentary process into a highly sophisticated mix of art and science to determine the value of a business or business interest. However, many business owners and investors fail to understand the valuation process and its results. Here are some…