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Private company valuation refers to the process of determining the value of a privately-held company. Unlike public companies that have readily available market prices, valuing private companies requires assessing various factors to estimate their worth.
An overview of some of the top methods CPAs use to determine a business’ value include: Market Value Method/ComparableCompanyAnalysis. The market value method is one of the most subjective ways to value a business. This knowledge can help you to determine the most appropriate method to best suit your needs.
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