Most business owners are reactive when it comes to having their businesses valued. But it sometimes pays to be proactive. Sometimes valuations are necessities, such as for determining the value of the business interest in an estate. Others are obtained for more elective reasons but are helpful to business owners nevertheless. It is a good to review these…

When selling a business, there are some buyers who would be willing to pay a premium above the fair market value of the business on a controlling basis. These strategic (or synergistic) buyers might include competitors looking to build market share, joint venture partners who already understand the business model or players that are vertically…

The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed a sweeping tax and spending measure, dubbed “The One, Big, Beautiful Bill.” It includes significant tax implications for electric vehicle (EV) buyers and homeowners. Specifically, the bill eliminates federal tax credits after December 31, 2025, for clean vehicles and certain energy-efficient home improvements. If you’ve been considering purchasing…