{"id":225735,"date":"2024-01-11T10:00:07","date_gmt":"2024-01-11T10:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.markperlbergcpa.com\/a-business-valuation-for-your-atlanta-business\/"},"modified":"2024-01-11T10:00:07","modified_gmt":"2024-01-11T10:00:07","slug":"a-business-valuation-for-your-atlanta-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prosperlcpa.com\/blog\/2024\/01\/a-business-valuation-for-your-atlanta-business\/","title":{"rendered":"A Business Valuation for Your Atlanta Business"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"pme-content\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:center;\"><\/span><span style=\"background-color:white;color:black;\">Making New Year\u2019s resolutions seems like a waste of time. Sure, we might start with the best of intentions, but by February most of us have quit the gym, returned to normal eating habits, and left books unread on our bedside tables.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in;\"><span style=\"background-color:white;color:black;\">But something I do believe in making at the start of the year are goals \u2014 both personally and professionally, short- and long-term. I keep in mind my limits and then set the goal to push past those limits.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in;\"><span style=\"background-color:white;color:black;\">So, <strong>what are some of your goals for 2024?<\/strong> I\u2019d love to hear more about them\u2026 especially any that pertain to your&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"color:black;\">Atlanta <\/span><span style=\"background-color:white;color:black;\">business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in;\"><span style=\"background-color:white;color:black;\">If you do go the resolutions route, one I think is worth anyone prioritizing in the new year: <u>stop procrastinating<\/u>. Procrastination is preventable with a little foresight and willpower.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in;\"><span style=\"background-color:white;color:black;\">And one thing you should not procrastinate on this year is filing your&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fincen.gov\/boi\"><span style=\"background-color:white;color:#1155CC;\">Beneficial Ownership Information report<\/span><\/a><span style=\"background-color:white;color:black;\"> (BOI). Filing started as of yesterday. And while you have until the end of 2024 to get it finished, why wait? In the name of no more procrastinating,<i>&nbsp;<\/i><u>why not go ahead and knock this one off your list now while you\u2019re thinking about it?<\/u> (<i>Note: BOI reporting doesn\u2019t apply to every business. Reach out if you\u2019re not sure you need to file a report. We can help.<\/i>)<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in;\"><span style=\"background-color:white;color:black;\">One other announcement to note\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in;\"><span style=\"background-color:white;color:black;\">\u200b\u200bIf you filed an ERC claim in error and want to pay back money you received, the IRS has a new&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/newsroom\/irs-new-voluntary-disclosure-program-lets-employers-who-received-questionable-employee-retention-credits-pay-them-back-at-discounted-rate-interested-taxpayers-must-apply-by-march-22\"><span style=\"background-color:white;color:#1155CC;\">voluntary disclosure program<\/span><\/a><span style=\"background-color:white;color:black;\"> for you. The program runs through <strong>March 22, 2024&nbsp;<\/strong>(that only gives you a few months).&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in;\"><span style=\"background-color:white;color:black;\">Even better news: Because the ERC mills charged&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"background-color:white;color:#1B1B1B;\">a percentage fee, thus reducing the amount you received, the IRS has made provisions&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"background-color:white;color:black;\">requiring only 80% of the claim be paid back. (Thanks, Uncle Sam.)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color:white;\">Now, now part one of this topic (which you can find in the blog archives) was about selling your business and some of the practical considerations that should play into decision-making. I\u2019m here to pick up that subject again, this time addressing more of the financial elements, like taxes and business valuation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color:white;\">It\u2019s a complicated subject that won\u2019t fit within the confines of a blog like this, but I want to cover some of the bases for you. If you want to talk more specifics, reach out and let\u2019s talk more:&nbsp;<\/span><br \/><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/d\/46r-49m-93k\/10-minute-intro-call\">https:\/\/calendly.com\/d\/46r-49m-93k\/10-minute-intro-call<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>So, let\u2019s dive in\u2026<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"text-huge\"><strong>A Business Valuation for Your Atlanta Business<\/strong><\/span><br \/><span class=\"text-small\"><i>\u201cCheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right.\u201d \u2015 Oprah Winfrey<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">If you\u2019re considering selling your business this year, be prepared for the rigors involved both before and after the sale. This is no small endeavor, as you can imagine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">But the effort is worth it. A well-thought-out selling and pricing strategy not only attracts serious buyers but also ensures that you walk away with as much money in your pocket as possible. You\u2019ve put too much work into this business to not take your time in this process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">We could tackle any number of topics related to a business sale, but today I want to address three: selling reasons, business valuation, and terms and conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">1. Sell for good reasons<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">Making the decision to sell your business is a big deal. There are a lot of things you have to take care of in the process. So, it&#8217;s essential to have good, well-thought-out reasons behind such a pivotal move.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">Lost passion \u2013 You\u2019ve lost that excitement and drive to run your business, and it\u2019s been that way for a year or more. This may be a sign that it&#8217;s time for a change.&nbsp;<\/span><br \/>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">Reached your limit \u2013 Acknowledge when you&#8217;ve taken the business as far as you can or want to. Recognizing your limitations and understanding that new leadership might inject fresh perspectives and opportunities can be a valid reason to explore a sale.<\/span><br \/>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">Future plans \u2013 If you look to your future and see things that don&#8217;t align with your current business\u2014whether financial, vocational, entrepreneurial, or retirement-related\u2014selling the business could be a strategic move to re-align your life.<\/span><br \/>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">Succession planning \u2013 If you&#8217;ve planned for the succession of your business, whether passing it on to family members or selling to key employees, it ensures a smooth transition and can be part of a long-term strategy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">Before you sell, really think through your reasons. I *highly* recommend talking it out with a trusted advisor to help you decide if you\u2019re forging ahead well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">2. Know how to price it<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">There are pages and pages that have been written about business valuation, which include the above-mentioned tax matters. There are various business valuation methods that can be used to determine the fair market value, such as income-based, asset-based, and market-based approaches, among others.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">A good place to start here is compiling some basic information.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">Comparable Sales &#8211; Research recent sales of similar businesses in your industry and region to gain insights into market prices.<\/span><br \/>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">Market Analysis &#8211; Take into account the current market conditions and economic trends that may affect your business&#8217;s value.<\/span><br \/>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">Financial Statements &#8211; Prepare accurate and up-to-date financial statements that provide a clear picture of your business&#8217;s financial health. Buyers often scrutinize these documents.<\/span><br \/>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">Competitive Analysis &#8211; Assess your business&#8217;s competitive strengths and weaknesses, which can influence its perceived value.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">This data (and more) will all be needed to establish a business valuation, which can often be conducted by a third party. You\u2019ll also want to factor in the costs to actually conduct the sale. The selling process can easily eat up 20-30 percent of funds from the sale.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">3. Read the fine print<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">Once you&#8217;ve found a buyer and negotiated the terms of the sale, it&#8217;s crucial to pay attention to the details in the sale agreement. Ensure that the terms and conditions of the sale align with your expectations. This includes payment terms, seller financing details, and any contingencies. Review the sale contract thoroughly and seek legal counsel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color:white;font-family:Georgia, serif;\">And understand that all of this takes time. According to data from the Exit Planning Institute, it takes an average of 6 to 12 months to sell a business. Be prepared for this timeframe and plan accordingly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in;\">Selling your Fulton County business is a significant milestone, so if you&#8217;ve reached this point in your journey \u2014 congratulations! You&#8217;ve earned the rewards that come from staying the course, and we want to help you enjoy as many of them as possible.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in;\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in;\">Celebrating your success,<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in;\"><strong>Mark Perlberg<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in;\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<style>.pme-content {\n\tfont-size: 1.2em\n}<\/p>\n<p>.text-tiny {\n\tfont-size: .7em\n}<\/p>\n<p>.text-small {\n\tfont-size: .85em\n}<\/p>\n<p>.text-big {\n\tfont-size: 1.4em\n}<\/p>\n<p>.text-huge {\n\tfont-size: 1.8em\n}<\/p>\n<p>.marker-yellow {\n\tbackground-color: #fdfd77\n}<\/p>\n<p>.marker-green {\n\tbackground-color: #63f963\n}<\/p>\n<p>.marker-pink {\n\tbackground-color: #fc7999\n}<\/p>\n<p>.marker-blue {\n\tbackground-color: #72cdfd\n}<\/p>\n<p>.pen-red {\n\tcolor: #e91313\n}<\/p>\n<p>.pen-green,\n.pen-red {\n\tbackground-color: transparent\n}<\/p>\n<p>.pen-green {\n\tcolor: #180\n}<\/p>\n<p>.pme-content blockquote {\n\toverflow: hidden;\n\tpadding-right: 1.5em;\n\tpadding-left: 1.5em;\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n\tfont-style: italic;\n\tborder-left: 5px solid #ccc\n}<\/p>\n<p>.pme-content .image img {\n\tdisplay: block;\n\tmargin: 0 auto;\n\tmax-width: 100%\n}<\/p>\n<p>figure.image {\n    text-align: center;\n}<\/p>\n<p>.pme-content figcaption {\n\tcolor: #333;\n\tbackground-color: #f7f7f7;\n\tpadding: .6em;\n\tfont-size: .75em;\n\toutline-offset: -1px\n}<\/p>\n<p>.pme-content .image-style-align-left {\n\tfloat: left\n}\n.pme-content .image-style-align-right {\n\tfloat: right\n}\n.pme-content .image-style-align-center,\n.pme-content .image-style-align-left,\n.pme-content .image-style-align-right,\n.pme-content .image-style-side {\n\tmax-width: 50%\n}<\/p>\n<p>.pme-content .image {\n\tposition: relative;\n\toverflow: hidden;\n\tclear: both;\n\ttext-align: center\n}<\/style>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Making New Year\u2019s resolutions seems like a waste of time. Sure, we might start with the best of intentions, but by February most of us have quit the gym, returned to normal eating habits, and left books unread on our bedside tables.&nbsp; But something I do believe in making at the start of the year are goals \u2014 both personally and professionally, short- and long-term. I keep in mind&#8230; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/prosperlcpa.com\/blog\/2024\/01\/a-business-valuation-for-your-atlanta-business\/\">Read More<a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-225735","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","6":"entry"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/prosperlcpa.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/225735","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/prosperlcpa.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/prosperlcpa.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/prosperlcpa.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/prosperlcpa.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=225735"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/prosperlcpa.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/225735\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/prosperlcpa.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=225735"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/prosperlcpa.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=225735"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/prosperlcpa.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=225735"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}