Valuing your business is one of the most important steps when preparing for a sale, merger, investment, or strategic decision. Yet, many business owners unknowingly make critical mistakes that lead to inaccurate valuations — either overvaluing or undervaluing their companies. In this article, I will cover the seven most common business valuation mistakes , explaining why they happen, and share practical strategies to avoid them so you can confidently determine your company’s

[Note: This is not legal advice . If you require legal advice, seek legal counsel.] When it comes to transferring business ownership—whether as part of a succession plan, a gift, or an estate settlement—the question isn’t just “What is the business worth?”  but “What is the business worth for tax or estate planning purposes?”  In this article I will explore why “valuing a business for tax or estate planning purposes”  is so critical, how valuations differ in this context, the

When business owners or attorneys face disputes such as divorce valuations, shareholder disagreements, or partner buyouts , they often...

Whether you’re a small-business owner preparing to sell , an attorney supporting a client in litigation , or someone navigating the...