by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Business Plans, Valuations
The broker and valuation analyst bring very different perspectives to the small business owner. The broker and business owner have the joint goal of finding the highest bidder. The valuation analyst has the goal of providing the business owner with an objective...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Court Rulings, Valuations
In the wake of the 1993 Daubert case, challenges against expert witnesses in stock valuation cases have found greater success. Still, not all Daubert disputes succeed. One case before the U.S. Court of Federal Claims helped clarify how one party can successfully...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Accounting Standards, Business Plans, Financial Planning, Valuations
You’ve probably heard the old saying, “a verbal contract isn’t worth the paper it’s written on.” Yet many business owners and executives still enter into handshake deals. This can create problems later on that could have been easily...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Court Rulings, Uncategorized, Valuations
When using non-compete clauses in employment contracts, company managers should be mindful that such provisions are better able to withstand legal challenges if they are narrowly tailored. As an attorney, your business clients should consult with you before using...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Accounting Standards, Business Plans, Financial Planning, Valuations
It is a good idea to know the reasons for a valuation to be able to take advantage of situations when it may be beneficial. Some reasons for obtaining a valuation are a necessity, such as for determining the value of the business interest in an estate. Other reasons...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Business Plans, Financial Planning, Tax Preparation, Valuations
Whether you’re setting up a new company in the Greater Portland area, or you’ve been in business for years, you need to evaluate which legal structure is best for your enterprise. No one option is best for every type of operation. The number of owners,...
