Topics: Business Valuation
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Sell-Side Due Diligence
Sell-side due diligence gives sellers control over the M&A narrative, strengthens valuations, and accelerates deal timelines. Learn how proactive diligence drives better outcomes.
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How the Presidential Election Impacts M&A Activity
Presidential elections slow M&A activity by 8 to 10%, but post-election years rebound fast, especially with $2.6T in private equity dry powder waiting.
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Connelly v. United States: Impact on Buy-Sell Agreements
Connelly v. United States made life insurance proceeds a taxable corporate asset. See how this ruling changes buy-sell agreement planning.
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M&A Activity: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
Mergers and acquisitions activity has shifted from pandemic highs. Learn what’s driving M&A deal valuations, buyer appetite, and seller strategy in the current market.
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Accounting for Startups: Pease Bell at Bounce Hub
Pease Bell CPAs offers free accounting for startups at Bounce Innovation Hub in Akron, Ohio, including tax, CFO, and valuation services.
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Business Valuation During COVID-19: What Owners Must Know
COVID-19 changed business valuation timing, methods, and growth projections. Learn what owners should watch for in pandemic-era reports.
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Fair Value Accounting for Financial Reporting
Fair value accounting requires measuring assets and liabilities at their exit price under ASC 820. Learn the fair value hierarchy, methods, and when it…
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Cooking the Books: What Financial Statement Fraud Costs
Cooking the books is the costliest form of occupational fraud, with a median loss of $766,000. Learn common schemes, warning signs, and how to…
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Business Succession Planning
A business valuation expert helps succession planning by determining fair market value, identifying valuation discounts, and preventing costly disputes among successors.
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Gift Tax Return Filing
Find out when you need to file a gift tax return using IRS Form 709, who is required to file, key annual exclusion limits,…
