by Appraisal Economics | Apr 24, 2025 | Asset Appraisal, Blog, Business Valuation
In recent years, one of the most surprising catalysts for housing development has come not from urban planners, developers, or local governments but from shopping malls. Many malls are no longer the epicenters of suburban retail culture they once were. As e-commerce...
by Appraisal Economics | Apr 2, 2025 | Blog, Business Valuation, Mergers and Acquisitions, Non-Profit
Trade between the United States and Canada is profoundly significant because both countries trade with each other the most. Any form of trade conflict would be equally damaging to both countries. A trade dispute in the form of a trade war between these two nations...
by Appraisal Economics | Apr 2, 2025 | Blog, Business Valuation, Mergers and Acquisitions, Non-Profit
Nonprofit mergers in 2024 reflected an industry recalibrating in response to economic pressures, funding constraints, and shifting donor expectations. Organizations once hesitant to consolidate now view mergers and acquisitions (M&A) as a proactive strategy...
by Appraisal Economics | Feb 7, 2025 | Asset Appraisal, Blog, Business Valuation
An Up-C structure is an efficient vehicle for operating partnerships seeking to access public capital markets while preserving favorable tax treatment for original owners. Unlike a traditional C corporation IPO, this structure allows pre-IPO investors—typically...
by Appraisal Economics | Jan 6, 2025 | Blog, Business Valuation
Solar carports in the United States have emerged as a critical segment of the renewable energy market, leveraging the convergence of sustainability goals and advancements in photovoltaic technology. Unlike traditional ground-mounted solar arrays, carports integrate...
by Appraisal Economics | Jan 6, 2025 | Blog, Business Valuation, Sports Franchise Valuation
The escalating valuations of sports franchises are a defining feature of the modern entertainment economy, driven by a fusion of financial dynamics, cultural shifts, and evolving consumption patterns. A study from the Secretariat revealed striking growth in franchise...