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ESOP Valuation: Fair Market Value

Peak Business Valuation

After gathering data, the valuation expert can calculate the fair market value of the company’s shares. Business owners then receive a valuation report which helps them make informed decisions regarding the ESOP. For more information, see Common ESOP Valuation Questions.

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Transcending Fair Market Value

Value Scope

Click to Download: Transcending Fair Market Value Transcending Fair Market Value “Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder.” 1] But the concept of value is complex. 1] But the concept of value is complex. intrinsic value, fair value, fair market value).

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Transcending Fair Market Value

Value Scope

Click to Download: Transcending Fair Market Value. Transcending Fair Market Value. Margaret Wolfe Hungerford (née Hamilton), who authored many books, often under the pseudonym of ‘The Duchess’ When I think about value, I (like most in my profession) think first about fair market value (“FMV”).

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Fair Market Value and the Nonexistent Marketability Discount for Controlling Interests

Chris Mercer

This post provides a discussion of several implications of the definition of the standard of value known as fair market value. We focus first on the definition of fair market value. We then look at the implications for the so-called “marketability discount for controlling interests.”

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Appraised Value vs. Market Value: Understanding the Differences and Why They Matter

Viking Mergers

If you are considering selling your small to midsize business, you may already know that extensive financial information goes into constructing a deal. Appraisal and fair market values are two of these figures, which are fundamental in getting the most money for the company you have worked hard to build.

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Avoiding Mistakes with ESOP Valuations

Peak Business Valuation

Benefits of Receiving an ESOP Valuation As part of an ESOP valuation, a business appraiser calculates the fair market value of a business and the shares in the ESOP. You can use this information to maximize the value of an ESOP. Check out Understanding an ESOP Business Valuation for more information.

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Value of Equipment: Liquidation, Replacement, or Fair Market?

Peak Business Valuation

These include the liquidation value, replacement value, and fair market value. In this article, we explore the nuances of methods for valuing equipment. This requires selecting the desired equipment value and method(s) for calculating it. Fair market value strikes a balance between these extremes.