by Appraisal Economics | Sep 16, 2025 | Asset Appraisal, Bankruptcy, Blog
Recent developments in U.S. trade policy have further exacerbated economic turbulence, international tension, and general uncertainty across numerous industries and sectors. Over the past few weeks, policymakers issued sweeping reciprocal tariffs that recalibrated...
by Appraisal Economics | Jan 31, 2025 | Blog, Intellectual Property, Interest, Valuation
Intellectual property (IP) is increasingly carving its niche as a valuable form of collateral in loan agreements, reshaping the landscape of secure debt financing. As businesses prioritize innovation, their intangible assets – patents, trademarks, copyrights, and...
by Appraisal Economics | Nov 12, 2024 | Asset Appraisal, Blog, Business Valuation, Sports Franchise Valuation
As college athletics evolves to reflect a myriad of macro trends and changes, private equity firms are moving to carve out a significant stake in this emerging, lucrative asset class. Driven by the recent legal and regulatory changes surrounding athlete compensation,...
by Appraisal Economics | Mar 26, 2024 | Business Valuation
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) significantly increased the lifetime estate and gift tax exemption, nearly doubling it from where it stood previously in 2017. As of this year, the exemption is at around $13.61 million per individual and $27.22 million for married...
by Appraisal Economics | Feb 27, 2024 | Business Valuation
Beyond its conventional role as the tax collector, the IRS is harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to revolutionize its audit processes. This shift marks a pivotal moment, one where cutting-edge technology intersects with the nuanced world of tax...
