There are a variety of reasons why you, as a business owner, may need a business valuation. The time and effort you have dedicated to the business over the years has often grown into your most significant asset. Perhaps you’re considering buying another business or selling your existing business; or maybe you are looking to transfer equity in your existing business to a family member or key employee; or maybe you’d like to expand your business and need to satisfy SBA requirements for a business loan. Whatever your reason, LGA can provide a valuation that’s right for your needs.
The Three Types of Valuation Reports
Conclusion of Value Report
Highly detailed
Covers most transactions
Usually the most expensive
Calculation of Value Report
Lighter touch that typically focuses on buy/sell transactions
Range of Value Report
Summary of range of value for owners and investors
Benefits of Hiring a CPA Firm for Your Business Valuation
By working with a business valuation services practice that is part of a full-service CPA firm, you’ll benefit from multidisciplinary expertise, enabling us to focus not just on the science of the valuation, but also on the art of the process. In addition, we can help you with post transaction services so there’s continuity of relationships and knowledge.
9 Reasons Your Business or Family May Need a Valuation
LGA performs business valuations to help you understand your options more clearly whether you need a valuation for M&A, business matters, and growth, or gift and estate issues.
Frank joined LGA as a Principal to lead the firm’s growing business valuation practice. Since achieving his CVA credential in 2010, he has performed valuations for companies and business owners for a variety of purposes. Frank also specializes in tax and consulting services and often advises his clients beyond the valuation need.
Michael began his career at PricewaterhouseCoopers. Since joining LGA he has specializing in working with businesses of all sizes and industries to determine their current value for M&A, tax, divorce, or partner dispute, as well as assisting clients with advisory services to help maximize the future value of their business while mitigating risks.