Forensic Accounting

When a business valuation is used in a family law dispute, the final number is only part of the story. Courts, lawyers, and the parties involved must understand how that number was reached. Without clear documentation and transparent reporting, even a well prepared valuation can be questioned or challenged. This is where IVS 106: Documentation and Reporting becomes critical. The International Valuation Standards require valuers to clearly document their work and produce a re

When a business is valued in a family law dispute, the final number often attracts the most attention. However, the outcome depends heavily on how the valuation is calculated behind the scenes. Valuation models play a crucial role in this process. They transform financial information, assumptions, and market data into a calculated estimate of value. If the model used is inappropriate or poorly constructed, the valuation can quickly become unreliable. That is why the Internati

When a business valuation is prepared for a family law matter, the numbers presented in the report can significantly influence the outcome of a property settlement. However, the valuation itself is only as reliable as the information used to produce it. Financial statements, industry benchmarks, market transactions, and business forecasts all form part of the evidence used to determine value. If the wrong information is used, or if the data is unreliable, the final valuation

When a business forms part of a family law property settlement, determining its value can become one of the most contested issues in the case. One party may believe the business is worth millions, while the other may argue it is worth far less. These disagreements often arise because valuing a business is not simply about reading financial statements. It requires applying recognised valuation approaches that analyse the business from different financial perspectives. This is

When a marriage or de facto relationship breaks down, dividing assets can quickly become complex. This is especially true when one or both parties own a business. Determining what that business is worth is rarely straightforward. A key issue is not only how the business is valued, but what definition of value is being used . This is where IVS 102 Bases of Value becomes important. The International Valuation Standards explain that the “basis of value” sets the foundation for