A business transfer tax is the value-added tax (VAT) in many countries around the world. Some governments charge businesses a fee on every product and service that's manufactured or consumed in that ...

The choice of a location is a critical decision for a small-business owner because that is where he is likely to spend most of his time for several years. In a March 2005 Bloomberg Businessweek ...

As businesses shift toward knowledge-based industries and digital innovation, intangible assets are becoming increasingly important in financial reporting, mergers and acquisitions, and overall ...

“Intangible assets” is a phrase that may seem boring, but these are the features that can drive or kill the value of your business. They can mean the difference between getting what you think your ...

When you work as an equity analyst at an investment bank, your task is clear. It is to comb all the statements made by corporate executives, scour the industry trends and arrive at an accurate ...

Businesses today have challenges capturing innovation and even more of an uphill battle with intangible asset valuation and management. These non-tangible assets are over 80% of the average business’ ...

Intangible assets are non-physical assets on a company's balance sheet. These could include patents, intellectual property, trademarks, and goodwill. Intangible assets could even be as simple as a ...

When real estate is closely linked to a business operation, such as a hotel, it can be difficult to separate business value from real estate value. A recent case involving a Disney Yacht and Beach ...

A survey of decisions discussing the alleged fraudulent transfer of customer lists and related intangible business assets. Clients often seek advice regarding the challenges facing their struggling ...

Clients often seek advice regarding the challenges facing their struggling businesses. Some of these clients inquire about the potential for “moving” their customer relationships and ongoing business ...