In the post-covid economy businesses are being bought and sold at the speed of light as entrepreneurs and business owners attempt to pivot into new markets. Business valuations may be necessary for various reasons, including estate planning, tax planning, audits, divorces, mergers and acquisitions and more. It is imperative that accountants, auditors, consultants and tax practitioners are informed on the basic business valuation methods that exist and are being used in practice so that they can guide their clients in navigating the rocky roads of the post-covid economy.

This session will cover the following: ● The different circumstances in which business valuations will be required ● The different business valuation methods available and being applied in practice ● Understanding which business valuation method is applicable in which circumstances and why ● Benefits and drawbacks of each business valuation method ● High-level overview of the steps involved in applying each business valuation method

All accounting, audit and tax professionals, who are advising clients in situations where an understanding of business valuation methods are necessary, for example: ● Auditing of going concern trading businesses ● Tax planning ● Estate planning ● Mergers and acquisitions consulting practices ● Restructuring consulting ● Due diligence