How to Write Bulletproof Valuation Reports: Tips From the Experts

by Jan Davis (editor), Mark Hanson (Introduction)

Refresh your perspective on business valuation report writing with answers to today’s critical Should an appraiser ever write a calculation report? If so, when is it appropriate? How can appraisers write reports that are cost-effective and timely while still exercising proper due diligence? Appraisers know they need to comply with the professional standards their designation mandates, but how often do they review the applicable standards to determine what’s new? This special report compiles the wisdom of top experts and their experience with report writing in one place. Highlights Discussion on compliance and standards as they relate to BV reports Using calculation reports Best practices for presenting a business valuation or calculation report in a legal setting Valuation report writing format, style, and tips Where to find sample reportsTable of Introduction by Mark HansonSection Compliance, Standards, and Calculation Reports Chapter 1. Appraisals (USPAP), Valuations (SSVS-1) and Calculations in Litigation Chapter 2. Don’t Be Afraid of Calculation Reports Chapter 3. Recent Case Points to Confusion Over Calculation Reports Under the SSVS By R. James Alerding, CPA/ABV, ASA Chapter 4. Business Valuation Reports in Litigation MattersSection Report Writing Format, Style, and Tips Chapter 5. Step Up Your Effective Business Appraisal Reporting Chapter 6. Error-Proofing Business Appraisal Reports Chapter 7: Seven Cases to Read Before Writing Your Next Valuation Report Chapter 8. Anatomy of an Inflated Valuation Report By Stuart Weiss Chapter 9. Top 10 Tips for Best Report Writing and Standards Compliance Chapter 10. On Writing A Business Appraiser’s Point of View By Warren Miller, CFA, ASA, CMA, CPA Chapter 11. Keep an Eye on Ethics in Report Writing and Other Conduct Chapter 12. Nine Ways to Improve Your BV Report Writing By Rod Burkert, MBA, CPA/ABV, CVA, ASA Chapter 13. Look Online for Writing Improvement ToolsSection Cases Court Case DigestsSection Sources of Sample Business Valuation Reports

136 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 5, 2015