Valuations, Mergers
& Acquisitions

Valuations, Mergers & Acquisitions

Every major business decision – whether you are planning a transition, navigating a dispute, or exploring a deal – starts with one question: what is it worth?

At Manning Elliott, we help business owners, investors, and professionals answer that question with clarity and confidence. Our advisors provide expert guidance tailored to your business goals. From valuations for tax planning and shareholder agreements to M&A transactions, we ensure you have the insights needed to protect your interests and maximize value. Business Valuations Whether you are buying, selling, restructuring, or resolving a dispute, an accurate valuation is the foundation of every smart move. We take the time to understand your business, not just the financials, but the story behind them, offering insights that empower you to make informed financial decisions. Our Valuation Services: ● Transaction support – M&A valuations, fairness opinions, and deal pricing ● Tax and estate planning – corporate restructurings, estate freezes, gift and succession valuations ● Financial reporting – purchase price allocations, goodwill impairment testing, stock option (409A) valuations ● Litigation and disputes – shareholder disputes, family law valuations, guideline income reports, economic loss quantification ● Strategic advisory – exit and succession planning valuations, financial forecasting and modeling Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory An M&A transaction is one of the most consequential decisions a business owner will ever make. Our team provides clear, personalized guidance to help you navigate these processes, aiming to enhance value and reduce risk at every stage. Our M&A Advisory Services: ● Selling your business – preparation, buyer identification, marketing, negotiation, and closing support ● Acquisition advisory – target sourcing, financial and operational assessment, deal structuring ● Management and employee buyouts – viability assessment, financing strategy, stakeholder negotiations ● Valuation and deal structuring – independent pricing, tax and accounting optimization ● Strategic M&A planning – market analysis, alignment with business objectives, post-merger integration Exit & Succession Planning Services: Whether you are passing the business to family, selling to a partner, or preparing for market, we help you plan ahead so you are ready when the time comes. Our Exit & Succession Planning Services: ● Readiness assessments – identifying gaps and areas to strengthen before a transition ● Value optimization – strategies to increase business value through operational and financial improvements ● Succession structuring – ownership transfer plans that support continuity and performance ● Pre-sale preparation – internal reviews, risk mitigation, and marketing materials for potential buyers