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No Marketability Discounts or Discounts for Illiquidity for Controlling Interests of Companies

Chris Mercer

My most recent post, titled Fair Market Value and the Nonexistent Marketability Discount , generated quite a discussion when posted on LinkedIn. The post provided a solid rationale that there is no such thing as a marketability discount for controlling interests of companies.

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Enhancing Valuation through Employee Ownership: The Benefits of ESOPs for Start-ups

Equilest

It's important to consult with an attorney or a financial advisor to determine if an ESOP is a good fit for your startup and to ensure that it is established and maintained in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. What is ESOP valuation? The appraiser must be independent and should not have any conflicts of interest.

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Enhancing Valuation through Employee Ownership: The Benefits of ESOPs for Start-ups

Equilest

It's important to consult with an attorney or a financial advisor to determine if an ESOP is a good fit for your startup and to ensure that it is established and maintained in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. What is ESOP valuation? The appraiser must be independent and should not have any conflicts of interest.