{"product_id":"business-valuation-for-dummies-jim-bates-9780470344019","title":"Business Valuation for Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuying or selling a business? Acquire the tools and learn the methods for accurate business valuation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBusiness valuation is the process of determining the value of a business enterprise or ownership interest. \u003ci\u003eBusiness Valuation For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e covers valuation methods, including advice on analyzing historical performance, evaluating assets and income value, understanding a company's financial statements, forecasting performance; estimating the cost of capital; and cash flow methods of valuation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWritten in plain English, this no-nonsense guide is filled with expert guidance that business owners, managers at all levels, investors, and students can use when determining the value of a business. It contains a solid framework for valuation, including advice on analyzing historical performance, evaluating assets and income value, understanding a company's financial statements, estimating the cost of capital, business valuation models, and how to apply those models to different types of businesses.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBusiness Valuation For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e takes you step-by-step through the business valuation process, explaining the major methods in an easy-to-understand manner with real-world examples. Inside you'll discover: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe value of business valuation, including when it's necessary\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe fundamental methods and approaches to business valuation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to read a valuation report and financial statements\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe other players in the valuation process\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to decide you're ready to sell -- and the best time to do so\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe three stages of due diligence: the meet and greet; the hunting and gathering; the once-over\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to decide you're ready to buy -- and find the right business for you\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhat due diligence means on the buying side of things\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhen to call in the experts: divorce; estate planning and gifting; attracting investors and lenders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is an essential guide for anyone buying a business, selling a business, participating in a merger or acquisition, or evaluating for tax, loan, or credit purposes. Get your copy of \u003ci\u003eBusiness Valuation For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e to get the information you need to successfully and accurately place a value on any business.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Lisa Holton, Jim Bates\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0470344016\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780470344019\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e For Dummies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/01\/2009\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 368\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.15lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.10h x 7.30w x 0.80d","brand":"Lisa Holton","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":43919852962047,"sku":"9780470344019","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/products\/img_9f27db77-f604-40a8-8fdd-463a5f53d9c6.jpg?v=1680812261","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/business-valuation-for-dummies-jim-bates-9780470344019","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}