174: Part 1: The Valuation Puzzle: What Your Assets Are Really Worth

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In this insightful episode of Absolute Trust Talk, host Kirsten Howe welcomes Alex Spaete, a valuation expert and partner with Bridge Forensic CPAs. In part one of their discussion, Kirsten and Alex explore the complex world of asset valuation, particularly focusing on closely held businesses and real estate holding partnerships. Alex explains why valuing private entities requires specialized expertise beyond what's needed for bank accounts or publicly traded securities. The discussion clarifies the critical distinction between owning a percentage of a business entity versus owning the underlying assets themselves. Alex details the two primary approaches to valuation—net asset value and income analysis—and how they apply to different types of business structures. Whether you're planning your estate or simply curious about business valuations, this episode provides valuable foundational knowledge about how professionals determine what complex assets are truly worth.

Time-stamped Show Notes:

0:00 Introduction

3:14 To kick things off, we talk about why asset valuation matters in estate planning, particularly for complex assets.

4:35 Next, Alex explains his focus on closely held companies and non-publicly traded entities.

6:24 Now, we will dive into common valuation scenarios, particularly for privately held businesses and real estate holding partnerships.

8:02 Listen here for an explanation of real estate holding partnerships and how they differ from direct property ownership.

11:07 Learn about understanding net asset value as a critical starting point for business valuation methodologies.

12:54 Discover the important concept of discounting in valuations and why the sum of parts may not equal the whole value.

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