Forensic & Valuation Archives

Fraud Risks: 6 Operational Functions Manufacturers Should Review

Businesses must have internal controls in place in the event that employee theft arises. Generally speaking, there are only a few operational areas within…

Lower Your Property Tax Bill with these Efficient Steps

Owners of manufacturing and distribution properties are understandably discouraged by the recent rise in assessments and property taxes. For many property owners, assessments and…

How Did 2021 Change Valuations in M&A?

According to Reuters, global M&A activity reached new highs at the end of 2021 – building on the record-breaking dealmaking streak from the beginning…

How did 2020 change Valuations in M&A?

To say that 2020 was an unusual year is an understatement. Especially within the transaction world, where it left more questions than answers, like:…

Preparing for the Post-COVID Boom in Construction

COVID-19 did not create the economic and demographic forces that will cause unprecedented capital investment in real estate in the coming years – but…

The Change in Administration Makes Estate and Gift Planning a Top Priority

Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, the federal lifetime gift tax exclusion was increased from $5.45 million to $11.7 million for…

COVID-19 and the Property Tax Appeal Process Webinar

Adapt Internal Controls for the Changing Environment

The remote workforce presents a myriad of opportunities for fraudsters We live in a rapidly changing world with new and unforeseen hurdles. The workplace…

Fraud Happens: Prevention Starts with a Plan and a Strong Will

External audits are essential tools to help uncover critical information about a Not-For-Profit’s financial standing and overall health. Although auditors adhere to a strong,…

Business Interruption Insurance: Funding Lost Profits from COVID-19

Don’t take no for an answer – file notice of a claim now Many businesses invest in insurance coverage for lost profits and extra…

Internal Controls in the Government Sector – How to Say “No”

Employees in the internal controls environment must be comfortable saying “No,” or they may suffer a critical reduction in the ability to prevent fraud….

Trends in Property Tax Assessments: Good News for Senior Living Centers

Owners of senior living centers are challenged by rapidly rising property taxes on their facilities Appealing these taxes involves a process that often comes…

Best Practices: How to Minimize Construction Claims

While sometimes a claim is inevitable, there are steps you can take to minimize them Major construction projects are somewhat notorious for generating conflicts…

Have a Plan: Fraud in Local Government

Administrators and managers must overcome the inherent risks faced by local governments and implement effective controls to offset: The long-established trust culture in business…

Cost Effective Actions You Can Take to Lower Your Property Tax Bill

Rapidly rising property taxes and assessments on facilities present major challenges for business owners in the manufacturing and distribution industry. In fact, it’s likely…

NFP Fraud is Often Hidden in Plain Sight…Is Your Organization At Risk?

If you’re a not-for-profit organization that depends upon the audit process to catch a dishonest employee or fraud that is occurring in your workplace,…

How is the Value of a Business Estimated?

The value of a business is often defined as the present value of its future earnings discounted at a risk-adjusted rate. While this may…

See our Experts Weighing in on How They Helped Cases Move Forward

Dispute Advisory for Government Counties, municipalities and agencies are particularly prone to incidents of fraud and employee dishonesty for many reasons that are unique…

The End of FLP Discounts?

Family limited partnerships (“FLPs”) and limited liability companies (“LLCs”) are popular estate planning vehicles. This is because substantial discounts for lack of control and…

Don’t Get Tangled Up in Stringing

Trust is a solid cornerstone of business. It’s something that’s been a constant since the first person sold the first thing. Also a constant…