Guests: Josh Shilts, CPA/ABV/CFF/CGMA             Roger Grabowski  Josh and guest Roger Grabowski discuss:  An in-depth history of the evolution discounted cash flow analysis How to deconstruct and evaluate a company’s historical growth The importance of learning about the company and its management  The podcast will also discuss some important issues to consider such as:  Organic vs acquisition growth The art of data collection Ideal future cash flows vs practical future cash flows  The episode is brought to you by the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of information, tools, advocacy and guidance for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, fraud, fair value and damages and by the CFF Credential and ABV Credential programs which allow AICPA members to demonstrate competence and confidence in providing these services to their clients. Visit us online at www.aicpa.org/fvs to join our community and gain access to valuable member-only benefits. Don’t miss an episode – subscribe to our podcast channel! And leave us a review so we can continue bringing valuable and relevant content to you.

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Get set for the first of a series of episodes highlighting opportunities for FVS practitioners in bankruptcy, Ken and Josh “sit” to discuss some of the tenets of his practice.  Ken tells us about the types of bankruptcy (Chapter 7, Chapter 11, etc.) as well as the services that FVS practitioners can provide. We also hear about the types of clients (i.e. attorneys, debtors, creditor committees, etc.) as well as best practices advice from Ken on managing a bankruptcy practice.  Guest:  Kenneth DeGraw, CPA/CFF, CFE, CFP, Partner, Forensic & Valuation Services, Withum Host: Josh Shilts, CPA/ABV/CFF/CGMA, ASA, CFE. Shilts CPA, PLLC Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review   Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit  https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. Related podcast episodes  Learn how fraud and valuation matters are handled during bankruptcy, 6/4/2021 Bankruptcy in a post-COVID world, 9/2/2021      Exclusive content – Free for FVS Section members  Frequently asked questions when providing bankruptcy services Providing Bankruptcy and Reorganization Services, Vol. 1: Litigation and Dispute Resolution in Bankruptcy Providing Bankruptcy and Reorganization Services, Vol. 2: Valuation in Bankruptcy Bankruptcy at a glance: chapter 7 Bankruptcy at a glance: chapter 11 Bankruptcy at a glance: chapter 11, subchapter V   This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark. LEARN MORE ABOUT  Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com  

The Bankruptcy Briefings – Navigating Financial Rebirth, Part 1

There are nuances to dealing with real estate in the valuation of operating companies or real estate holding companies. Lisa and Chris tackle the important considerations for business valuation appraisers such as:  Implications for your analysis and the applied valuation approaches, as well as your overall conclusion of value Tax consequences due to built-in capital gains The nature of right-of-use assets and liabilities  Guests:   Lisa Cribben, CPA/ABV, ASA, CMA, Partner, Hawkins Ash CPA  Chris Volz, CPA/ABV/CFF, ASA, Partner, Wipfli LLP  Host: Greg Saunders, CPA/ABV, ASA, Keiter CPA Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review   Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit  https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links.  An FVS Podcast episode on multi-disciplinary valuations  Exclusive content – Free for FVS Section members Working with other appraisers - valuation of FLPs holding real estate This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark.  LEARN MORE ABOUT  Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com  

Real Estate in the Valuation of Operating Entities and Holding Companies

Once a Ponzi scheme has been exposed as a financial fraud, a forensic accountant’s skills are instrumental in the investigation of the fraud and assessment of damages.  The Eye on Fraud authors, Rumbi and Kathy, share:  What is a Ponzi scheme vs. a pyramid scheme vs. multi-level marketing How and why Ponzi schemes draw in victims Ponzi scheme red flags   Guests:   Rumbi Bwerinofa-Petrozzello, CPA/CFF, CFE, Head of Strategy, Consulting, Seramount Kathy Bazoian Phelps, Esq. Partner, Raines Feldman Littrell LLP Host: Elizabeth Woodward, CPA/CFF, CFE, Forensic Accounting Director, Dean Dorton Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review   Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit  https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links.  Exclusive content – Free for FVS Section members Too Good to be True: Ponzi Schemes | FVS Eye on Fraud  Discount for AICPA members What Fraud Schemes Exist in Your Organization This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark. LEARN MORE ABOUT  Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com  

Eye on Fraud - Too Good to be True: Ponzi Schemes

While each business valuation assignment may be unique, there are often common themes and issues that typically arise. Understanding how different practitioners may navigate those issues can provide helpful guidance and reassurance when undertaking an engagement. Since Ethan Lee and Monica Caswell focus their efforts on different valuation niches, they were able to provide their specialized insight regarding the following topics:   Undertaking limited-scope engagements Managing client expectations Avoiding biases in your conclusions Common errors observed in opposing experts’ analyses Considerations when quantifying Company Specific Risk Premiums  Guests:   Ethan Lee, CPA, ABV, CFF, CM&AA;, Partner, Valuation and M&A; Advisory, Hemming Morse, LLP Monica Caswell, CPA, ABV, CFF, President, Forensic Accountants & Consultants, P.A. Host:  Jenny Allen, CPA/ABV/CFF, Partner, Anthem Forensics Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review   Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark. LEARN MORE ABOUT  Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com      

Insights for Navigating Common Issues in Business Valuation

Clay and Howard got into the cannabis industry because it presented interesting opportunities to serve new clients in a growing industry.  The learning curve has been steep given the regulations and cash-based nature of the business, and building trusted relationships is key to success.   Forensic accountants can play an important role as the industry matures and consolidates. Especially to help sort out   Profitability issues that lead to litigation Due diligence for mergers and acquisitions Investigating fraud risks  Guests:   Howard M. Silverstone, CPA/CFF, Executive Vice President, J.S. Held Clay Kniepmann, JD, CPA/ABV/CFF, Forensic, Valuation, and Litigation Principal, Anders CPAs and Advisors   Host:  Jennifer Oyadomari, CPA/ABV/CFF, President, Forensic Solutions Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review   Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com  This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark. RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit  https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links.  Keeping up with changes in the cannabis industry Getting to the root of cannabis accounting FVS Section benefit:  Marijuana and forensic accounting - high times for CPAs? | FVS Eye on Fraud AICPA & CIMA Cannabis Industry Conference  AICPA member discount available LEARN MORE ABOUT  Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or check out the CFF Infographic This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com  

Discounted Cash Flows

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