Trusted, Defensible, Standards-Compliant Valuations for High-Stakes Decisions

When your business, your estate, or your legal matter depends on a reliable number, you need a business valuation that can withstand scrutiny from attorneys, courts, tax authorities, lenders, and opposing experts. Accurate business valuations are essential for making confident financial and strategic decisions, whether you are planning a sale, going through a divorce or litigation matter, preparing for succession, or assessing growth opportunities.

Our valuation practice combines technical rigor, investigative depth, and industry experience to deliver objective, defensible, and court-ready valuation opinions. Regardless of the purpose, we provide the clarity and credibility you need to make informed decisions. We also tailor our services to what your business really needs, understanding that valuation services are not one-size-fits-all.

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What We Do

At TSS Advisors, our business valuation, financial forensics, and expert witness services are grounded in recognized professional standards, including the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts (NACVA) Professional Standards, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Statement on Standards for Valuation Services Number 100 (AICPA SSVS No. 1), and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) Code of Professional Standards and Code of Professional Ethics. We provide valuations for:

  • Marital dissolution and litigation
  • Shareholder disputes and buy-sell agreements
  • Estate and gift tax compliance
  • Small Business Administration (SBA) and bank financing
  • Mergers and acquisitions
  • Succession and transition planning
  • Economic damages and forensic-related matters

We provide a clear, data-driven understanding of your company’s true value. We analyze financial performance, economic and industry trends, and key operational factors to deliver an objective quantitative and qualitative assessment that can withstand scrutiny.

Our team brings specialized experience in a wide variety of industries. When the situation requires credibility, independence, and expert testimony, our valuation professionals deliver.

We tailor every engagement to your needs, ensuring that your valuation not only meets compliance and reporting standards but also supports your long-term goals, from growth strategy to legacy planning.

Why It Matters

A professional business valuation by a certified and experienced valuation expert helps you:

  • Navigate litigation and disputes with confidence – From divorce proceedings to shareholder conflicts, our valuations are fully documented, defensible, and supported by expert testimony when needed.
  • Protect your legacy and plan for the future – Prepare for ownership changes, support equitable estate transfers, succession strategies, and family ownership transitions.
  • Strengthen Navigate merger and acquisitions (M&A) decisions – Understand your worth when negotiating a sale, merger, or partnership. You can also lean on us for helping with negotiations and due diligence.
  • Secure financing – Present lenders and investors with reliable, defensible valuation reports.
  • Support IRS and regulatory reporting – Our valuations follow important standards and uphold the nuances of Revenue-Ruling 59-60. Protect your legacy by knowing your business’s fair market value.
  • Make data-driven decisions – Benchmark performance and track long-term business health. Understand value drivers, risk factors, and long-term financial trends.
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How We Do It

Our expert valuation approach emphasizes both technical accuracy and a deep understanding of your business’s story, ensuring each valuation reflects both the numbers and the story behind them.

1. Discovery, Case Assessment, & Analysis

We begin by learning your goals, defining the purpose and standard of value, gathering financial data, and understanding the operational nuances that drive your business.

2. Valuation & Methodology

Our team applies, recognized valuation methods using the income, market, and asset-based approaches, backed by current industry data, economic research, court rulings, and authoritative valuation sources, to deliver a defensible, transparent report.

3. Strategic Application

Going beyond the valuation number, we advise on how to apply insights to, help you in your negotiations, tax planning, M&A strategies, succession planning and litigation disputes.

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Who We Serve

Our expert valuations are ideal for:

  • Attorneys handling divorce, shareholder disputes, litigation, or estate matters
  • Courts and mediators needing objective valuation testimony
  • Business owners preparing for sale, merger, or partner buyout.
  • Executives planning for strategic growth or transition.
  • Families, fiduciaries and trustees managing estate, gift or succession planning.
  • Investors and lenders who are seeking independent valuation support.

If your situation requires accuracy, independence, and a valuation expert who can clearly communicate complex financial concepts, you are in the right place. Our valuation expertise ensures you move forward with confidence and clarity.

Take the Next Step

Whether you need an expert valuation, a rebuttal of an opposing expert’s report, or credible testimony in court, plan your next move with confidence.

Contact TSS Advisors today to schedule a consultation with our valuation and advisory experts. We will help you gain clarity, confidence, and a defensible valuation you can rely on.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a business valuation take?

Most valuations are completed within three to six weeks depending on the complexity, the purpose of the valuation, and the availability of information. Litigation engagements may require additional time for discovery or document review.

What information do I need to provide initially?

We typically request five years of financial statements and tax returns, as well as organizational documents to begin the process.

What is the cost of an expert valuation?

Fees vary based on complexity, reporting requirements, and scope of services. We will not sell you a service that is not needed. There are levels of valuation services, and we tailor engagements to what is best suited to your situation. We will provide a clear, upfront estimate during your initial consultation. Many valuation services are offered at flat fees, with litigation, due diligence and other services billed at hourly rates.

Do you assist with mergers or acquisitions after the valuation?

Yes. Our mergers and acquisitions advisory team can guide you through deal structuring, negotiation, due diligence, and integration to ensure a smooth transition.

Are your valuations recognized by banks and tax authorities?

Absolutely. Our reports meet the professional standards required for a myriad of reporting purposes. Our experts hold essential valuation and forensic credentials.

Do you provide expert witness testimony?

Yes. We provide expert witness services, including valuation testimony, income analysis and calculations, damages analysis, rebuttal reporting, deposition support, and trial preparation.