The goal of the survey is to assist valuation clients in selecting a valuation date. Valuation date issues are more prevalent in common stock valuations (a.k.a. 409A valuation) because it requires strict coordination with equity-based compensation dates.

Balance Sheet Matters in Business Valuation
Can you find a business valuation estimate on a financial statement? The balance sheet contains the book value of equity, which is the first approximation of what the company is worth. The number would actually be pretty good if it weren’t for unaccounted-for intangible assets and goodwill. For recently acquired companies, the book value of equity is exactly fair market