Chris Mercer

MARCH 8, 2023

This post provides a discussion of several implications of the definition of the standard of value known as fair market value. We focus first on the definition of fair market value. We then look at the implications for the so-called “marketability discount for controlling interests.”

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Appraisal Rights

APRIL 9, 2020

Further, while the statute defines “fair value” to eliminate the marketability and minority discounts typically associated with “fair market value” valuations, courts in Illinois have found that “fair market value” is a relevant factor to be considered when determining “fair value.”

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Valutico

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The income-based approach determines a company’s value by assessing its anticipated future income-generating potential, employing methodologies such as Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Analysis, Capitalization of Earnings, the Income Multiplier Method, Dividend Discount Model (DDM), and Earnings-Based Valuation.

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Equilest

AUGUST 18, 2024

It provides guidelines on how to determine the fair market value of a closely held business for estate and gift tax purposes. These factors collectively help establish a fair market value that reflects what a willing buyer and a willing seller would agree upon in an arm’s-length transaction.

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Class VI Partner

JULY 28, 2021

Adjusted Net Book Value Adjusted Net Book Value is the Book Value of a business that has been adjusted to reflect the current market value of the assets and liabilities of a company. In this case, an adjustment to the value of these assets is required to determine Adjusted Net Book Value.

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The Mentor Group

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

The value of a partial interest is the net value discounted to reflect the effects of some or all of the following: Minority – discount for lack of control (aka DLOC); minority owner cannot effect compensation; strategic and operational business decisions; dividend and distribution policy; and divestiture alternatives.

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Valutico

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Comparable data is based on market prices of comparable, listed companies (a so called ‘peer group’). This valuation method reflects investor sentiment in sectors and markets. Assumption: Share prices are an accurate reflection of fair market value. discount for lack of liquidity and/or marketability).

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