ASA 2019-2020 election results
The American Society of Appraisers has announced the results of its 2019-20 elections for the new international officers, board of governors, Discipline Committee officers, and members at large.
ASA Advanced BV Conference will present Woman Appraiser of the Year Award
The American Society of Appraisers will hand out its very first annual Woman Appraiser of the Year Award at the Joint ASA 2019 Advanced Business Valuation and International Appraisers Conference in New York City on August 25-27.
Remarkable progress of BV profession noted at RICS symposium
In the realm of fair value for financial reporting, extraordinary progress has been made in the efforts to enhance the public trust in valuations.
BVU News and Trends May 2019
A monthly roundup of key developments of interest to business valuation experts.
ASA opens nominations for Rising Stars Award
The American Society of Appraisers has launched its second annual offering of the Rising Stars, an award that honors the brightest valuation professions, age 40 and under, who have demonstrated success over the past fiscal year.
Early bird ends soon for ASA’s 2019 Advanced BV Conference
Early bird pricing is in effect through May 15 for the ASA 2019 Advanced Business Valuation Conference in New York City on August 25-27.
ASA plays to a packed house at its fair value event in New York City
An excellent program was presented to an eager crowd at the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) Fair Value Conference in New York City April 30.
ASA eyes new governance model
The American Society of Appraisers is considering a transition from an operations-driven governance model to a policy-driven governance model, based on the “Carver model.”
ASA opens registration for Advanced BV Conference
You can now register for the Joint ASA 2018 Advanced Business Valuation and International Appraisers Conference being held in New York City on August 25-27.
Strong agenda for ASA Fair Value Conference in New York City April 30
Nationally recognized speakers and timely topics will be featured at the 2019 ASA Fair Value Conference in New York City April 30.
New CEO for the ASA
After an exhaustive search, the American Society of Appraisers has named Johnnie White, CAE, CMP, as its new CEO effective April 15.
Part Two On Business Succession Planning--How the Advantage May Be Given to the Child Keeping the Business
Part two of an article, which describes how a parent may transfer a business over to a child in a succession plan while trying to minimize the financial burden to that child.
BV specialty available to ASA real property valuers
Real property appraisers designated by the American Society of Appraisers can add a specialty in going-concern valuation for valuing a real estate-centered enterprise, i.e., a firm that also owns its real estate, such as a restaurant, nursing home, hotel, convenience store, and the like.
Almost Forty Years of Business Valuation Review
In this, my first issue as editor, I want to review how far this journal has come in its 37 years of existence and (re-)introduce new and old readers to the wealth of knowledge developed over those years. What follows is my summary of a chronological stream of articles that I found noteworthy.
Appraisal Review: What It Is, What It's Not—And Why It Matters
The purpose of this article is to clarify what appraisal review is and is not, according to USPAP Standards 3 and 4, and the ways in which appraisal review education can be of benefit to appraisers and ultimately benefit the users of the appraisals. Further discussion includes the qualities that determine credibility of an appraisal, the importance of focusing on the review and critique of a specific appraisal report rather than the appraiser, and the ...
ASA to give credit for iiBV courses
The American Society of Appraisers (ASA) will recognize and give credit as having fulfilled the education requirements toward ASA accreditation to students who successfully complete iiBV courses delivered in all languages.
How to earn the ASA’s BV credential in just 90 days
Experienced valuation experts who hold certain designations with other appraisal organizations can earn the BV credential from the American Society of Appraisers within 90 days under the ASA’s reciprocity arrangements.
New Board and Pending Standards Highlight PCAOB Update
At the recent ASA/USC 13th Annual Fair Value Conference in Los Angeles, George Wilfert, deputy director of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), gave an update on the organization's activities.
BVU News and Trends September 2018
A monthly roundup of key developments of interest to business valuation experts.
ASA’s BV credential for seasoned valuers
If you’re an experienced business valuer, you may want to listen to a free 30-minute, fast-paced webcast tomorrow (Thursday, August 30) on the application and accreditation process for the ASA credential from the American Society of Appraisers.
Make new contacts at ASA’s Advanced BV Conference October 7-10 in Anaheim, Calif.
In addition to getting a slew of CPE credits for attending some great educational sessions, the networking opportunities are terrific at the Joint ASA 2018 Advanced Business Valuation and International Appraisers Conference being held in Anaheim, Calif., on October 7-10.
ASA releases fifth in series of special topic papers
The Business Valuation Committee of the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) has released its fifth business valuation Special Topics-Technical Paper: “Consideration of Stock-Based Compensation in the Valuation Process.”
BVU News and Trends August 2018
A monthly roundup of key developments of interest to business valuation experts.
Jam-packed agenda for ASA’s Advanced BV Conference
Valuation experts rely on empirical data, so here’s some for you: three days, 84 sessions, 98 speakers, two general sessions, five special networking events—plus you’re within walking distance of Disneyland!
Growing Status of Fair Value Sparks Record Attendance at ASA FV Conference
The growing importance of fair value for financial reporting and the ongoing efforts to improve the quality in this area of practice triggered a sell-out for the ASA/USC 13th Annual Fair Value Conference held May 10 in Los Angeles. Here’s a recap.