EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN (ESPP)
Appraisal Economics has determined the fair value of an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), for financial reporting under ASC 718 for a publicly traded real estate investment trust (REIT). The purchase price under the Type B plan was established as a 15 percent...
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409A Deferred Compensation Compliance
Compensation has, in many cases, moved beyond annual salaries. Most companies offer a range of deferred compensation options in addition to salary. These options might include cash bonuses, stock options, or even complex stock-based compensation awards that include a...
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Appraisal Economics has determined the fair market value of restricted blockchain tokens that are not yet publicly traded in connection with Section 83(b) of the Internal Revenue Code. The blockchain technology underpins cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ether, and...
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Going Green: The Impact of Energy-Efficiency on Commercial Property Valuations
In 2013, the global green market was worth $260 billion and encompassed a full 20 percent of all new commercial real estate construction in the United States; experts project that by 2022, the market will have burgeoned to a worth of over $364 billion and that green...
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The Value of Women Leaders in Big Business
The research is clear. Gender diverse corporations are more profitable than companies comprised predominantly of men. The percentage of women in corporate leadership positions can directly impact a business’ bottom line, making it more valuable to the market. Equality...
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Patents Pay: Fortune 500 Companies Profit from Intangible Assets
Established companies do not thrive on tangible assets alone. To say that intangible assets play a large role in determining the overall value of a company is a gross understatement. In fact, patents, copyrights, and other intangible assets can have substantial impact...
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Intellectual Property: A Value to the U.S. Economy
Innovative and creative undertakings are the forces that drive the U.S. economy. Over the last century, we have experienced unparalleled advancements that defend our competitive edge and improve our quality of life. As a leader in innovation, our nation’s companies...
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Appraisal Economics has determined the fair value of the property and equipment of a large hospital in California for financial reporting under ASC 805. We determined the fair value of the land by conducting a sales comparison analysis. All comparables were verified...
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How Much is a Wind Turbine Lease Worth?
The production of our nation’s electricity has seen a significant shift from non-renewable to renewable energy sources in the last two years—solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal. In 2016, 15 percent of our electricity was derived from these environmentally friendly...
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Everything You Need to Know About Golden Parachute Payments Under Section 280G
When preparing for an acquisition or merger, there are numerous issues that require forethought and careful planning from a company before a transaction can be finalized. Of these issues, golden parachutes should be a top priority. The “Golden Parachute Rules,” which...
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