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Why Business Valuation Services Matter
Understanding the true value of a business is crucial for making informed decisions. Whether you are planning to sell, merge, or simply want to understand your company’s financial health, knowing the worth of your business can guide your strategy.
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Dec 1, 20254 min read
Navigating Valuations for Mergers and Acquisitions Amidst Tariff Challenges
In the dynamic world of global trade, tariffs have become a key factor affecting the valuation of businesses involved in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). As business owners, valuation professionals, and financial consultants navigate these complexities, understanding the impact of tariffs is crucial.
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Oct 16, 20253 min read
How Economic Analysis Reports Shape Financial Strategies
Economic analysis reports play a crucial role in shaping financial strategies for businesses, investors, and policymakers. These reports provide detailed insights into economic trends, market conditions, and financial indicators that help decision-makers craft informed strategies.
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Aug 24, 20253 min read
What You Need to Know About Tax Appraisals for Gifts
When you give a gift, especially one of significant value, understanding the tax implications is crucial. Tax appraisals for gifts help determine the fair market value of the item you are giving, which directly affects your tax responsibilities.
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Jul 31, 20254 min read
Why Accurate Appraisals Are Essential for Gift Taxes
Accurate appraisals play a crucial role when it comes to determining gift taxes. Understanding how gift taxation works is important for...
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
May 26, 20254 min read
Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs): Unlocking Value, Tax Advantages, and Financing Strategies
Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) are not only a means of providing employees with retirement benefits but also strategic tools that ca
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Mar 16, 20254 min read
Unraveling the Influence of AI like Deepseek on Small Business Valuation: A Comprehensive Analysis for Small Business Owners
In today's fast-paced business world, understanding technology is vital for small business owners who want to increase the value of their co
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Jan 29, 20254 min read
Is The Mergers And Acquisitions Market Dying?
Mergers and acquisitions dealmakers have had a wild ride. From the pandemic-fueled rout in 2020 to the record recovery of 2021, followed by
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Mar 15, 20244 min read
Business Valuation for Conversion from C Corporation to S Corporation
Introduction When a C corporation makes the decision to change its legal structure to that of an S corporation, there are a few different...
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Apr 27, 20235 min read
FTC's Proposed Ban on Non-Compete Agreements - Impact on Business Valuation
The influence of a non-compete agreement on the valuation of a business will ultimately rely on the exact terms of the agreement, the nature
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Mar 20, 20234 min read
Impact of Interest Rates on Business Valuation in Bankruptcy
A company that is in financial distress and unable to repay its debts may seek relief from those debtors by filing for bankruptcy, which is
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Feb 7, 20233 min read
The Importance of Business Valuation
Business valuation is the process of determining the economic value of a business or asset. It measures what the business is worth in terms
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Jan 26, 20233 min read
The Impact of Inflation on Business Valuation
Calculated annually, the U.S. Inflation Rate reflects the average percentage by which the price of a specific basket of goods and services
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Dec 26, 20224 min read
Impact of Goodwill in Business Valuation
Goodwill is defined by the International Glossary of business Valuation Terms as "that intangible asset arising as a result of name, reputat
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Sep 24, 20223 min read
How to Determine Working Capital in Business Valuation?
How to determine working capital for business valuation purposes.
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Mar 11, 20223 min read
Can You Delegate Your Due Diligence?
Introduction Business valuation (BV) experts have standards they have to follow during a business valuation engagement. The three most...
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Jul 5, 20216 min read
Achille Ekeu Speaking at the DC Women Business Center on Exit Strategies
The President and CEO of The Washington Valuation Group, Achille Ekeu has been invited to speak about Exit Planning and Business Valuation a
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Mar 29, 20211 min read
My Conversation With Melissa Gragg on Her Business Valuation Podcast
Achille Ekeu, The President and CEO of The Washington Valuation Group located in Washington DC met with Melissa Gragg, a business valuation
Achille Ekeu, MBA, CVA
Nov 24, 20201 min read
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