Business Valuation Issues

Willard Michlin, CPA discusses the tanning salon industry and how it pertains to the current state of buying and selling this type of small business.

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Business appraiser Bob Klein discusses business sales multiples and how they relate to buying and selling small businesses for sale.

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Thinking of buying a smog test only shop? Know the 10 big questions before proceeding. CPA and due-diligence expert Willard Michlin explains what you need to know about smog test shops before buying one.

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Goodwill is what a business owner has built into his business over the years. Bob Hughes, a long time business broker in the Coachella Valley gives his definition of goodwill and what is included in this BizBen.com article.

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There are a number of standard appraisal methods used to value a business that include, Asset approach, Income approach, Market approach (Comps), Capitalization of Earnings and Discounted Future Earnings. Bob Klein, a business valuation professional shares his view on searching for market value.

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The coin laundry is an all-cash, necessity of life service business. What could be better? Yet, understanding how the business justifies such a high purchase price is baffling. In fact, many times the value is so misunderstood that it results in investors over-paying. Sometimes grossly over-paying.

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Would you buy or sell a house or commercial property without first having an appraisal? Most buyers and sellers of small businesses don't bother determining a business's true market value. Southern California Business Appraiser Bob Klein discusses why an appraisal is critical when purchasing a business.

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As a consultant I talk to many California business owners, brokers, and agents on a daily basis about valuing businesses. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen.com talks about key factors in pricing a business for sale in the California marketplace.

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The value of the small business is mostly determined by the cash flow (or business brokers use the term "Seller's Discretionary Earnings" instead to be more accurate). This article explores cash flow, SDE - determining the worth of a small business.

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The laundry business model and the full justification of value of the business are based on its anticipated longevity. In this blog/article industry specialist Chuck Post covers the topic of coin laundry valuations.

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Peter Siegel, MBA Founder of BizBen and the BizBen Network discusses interpreting reported earnings from sellers through tax returns, financial statements and other means when selling a California small business.

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Everyone knows that when you buy a business you need to have an audit of the books to see where the seller may be hiding some facts. What is less understood is that a business analysis is even more important and should be done before spending lots of money on an audit. Willard Michlin, CPA discusses these issues in this blog/article.

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Jeff Back founder of J. Back & Associates Restaurant Real Estate discusses restaurant valuations and his view on this matter.

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Bob Klein, a business valuation specialist discusses the wide variations of methods and accuracy of appraisals he has encountered over the years. He discusses his business valuation methodology.

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There are a number of traditional accounting methods used to calculate business worth. None of these methods individually addresses all of the items that create value. Bob Klein with Business Appraisals discusses this topic on the BizBen.com Blog.

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Many business buyers try to use a rule of thumb to value a business. This is a valuable tool but if you actually try to purchase a business based on it, you are sure to regret it later. Willard Michlin, CPA discusses rules of thumb issues when buying a business.

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Finding the best car wash for sale comes down to understanding your business strengths and the nature of the industry. BizBen.com Founder Peter Siegel with the help of car wash brokers discuss how to find a car wash for sale that will succeed.

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Differences between a Business Appraiser, CPA auditor and Due Diligence Expert? Here are some insights that will be useful for someone engaged in, or planning to conduct due diligence when buying a California small business.

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Selling your business is not like selling residential or commercial real estate. Business broker D. Joe Atchison, Business Broker, CBI, CBB, CPA, MBA covers with our readers the differences in selling a small business vs. real estate, and valuations of small businesses.

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The use of “add backs” is common among sellers of small and mid-sized businesses when showing their financials and explaining that the buyer will actually enjoy more profit than is shown. But buyers are cautioned to watch out for “add backs” that are actual expenses pretending to be owner benefits.

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