Year-End Valuation Planning: Turn Your Business Value Into Next Year’s Roadmap
Most year-end planning starts and ends with taxes. Close the books, talk to the accountant, file the extension, move on. That approach misses the more useful question: what is this business actually worth right now, and what does that number say about where to take it next? A business valuation isn’t only for a sale, […]
Using Divorce Mediation for Business Valuation Settlement: Saves Time and Money with Less to Decide in the Courtroom
Going through a divorce when you own a business? You’re probably dreading the fight over what your company is worth. Here’s some good news: you don’t have to battle it out in court. In our 30+ years helping Texas business owners through divorce proceedings, we’ve seen smart couples save thousands of dollars and months of […]
Fair Value vs Fair Market Value: Understanding the Critical Differences
In our three decades of providing business valuations across Texas and beyond, one of the most frequent questions we encounter at The Benaglio Group is about the fair value vs fair market value distinction. While these terms may sound similar, they represent fundamentally different valuation concepts with distinct legal definitions and applications. Understanding the fair […]
Navigating New Tariffs: What Business Owners Need to Know
As the U.S. government signals new tariffs on imported goods, particularly from China and other major trading partners, the ripple effects are poised to touch nearly every corner of the economy. For business buyers and sellers, estate planners, and family law professionals, understanding how these policy shifts might impact valuation, cash flow, and long-term planning […]
AI-Powered Business Valuation Methods: A 2025 Guide
Understanding modern business valuation methods is crucial for any company seeking to determine its true market worth. As traditional approaches merge with artificial intelligence, the landscape of business valuation is experiencing unprecedented transformation. As certified valuation professionals with over 30 years of experience, we’ve witnessed firsthand how AI is enhancing—not replacing—traditional business appraisal approaches. Here’s […]