Business Valuation Services

Get accurate, IRS-compliant business valuations trusted by investors, auditors, and courts. Our certified experts provide audit-ready reports starting at just $500, ensuring reliable and defensible valuations for compliance, transactions, and growth.

Globally Certified (CVA • ASA • ABV® • MRICS)

15+ Years

Valuation Experience

2500+

Valuations Completed

50+

Industries Served

3-5 Days

Turnaround Time

Your Business Has Hidden Value. Here Is How We Find It.

A business valuation is the formal process of determining the fair market value (FMV) of a company. It considers financial performance, assets, liabilities, market position, and future growth potential - and produces a defensible, documented conclusion of what your business is worth on a given date.

A properly executed valuation is not a compliance checkbox. It is a strategic asset - one that protects your interests in negotiations, satisfies investor and auditor requirements, supports tax planning, and drives confident decision-making at every stage of growth.

At Transaction Capital LLC, every valuation is prepared and signed by a credentialed appraiser. Not the software. Not an algorithm. A qualified human expert who understands your business and stands behind the conclusion.

Best Business Valuation Services- Transaction Capital LLC

Transaction Capital LLC is a full-service valuation firm. Our practice covers four core disciplines - every scenario in which an accurate, defensible valuation is required.

Tax and Compliance Valuations

Financial Reporting Valuations
Transaction and M&A Valuations

Litigation and Dispute Valuations

Access an Audit-Ready Valuation Report for Your Business Today.

Business Valuation Methods We Use

Method selection depends on your business's stage, industry, and the purpose of the valuation. Our credentialed appraisers apply the right approach - and explain exactly why.

Approach Best For Key Methods Formula
Income Approach Revenue-generating businesses with projectable cash flows Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Capitalization of Earnings PV = FCF / (1 + WACC)^n
Market Approach Businesses with comparable public peers or recent M&A data Guideline Public Company (GPCM) Guideline Transaction Method (GTM) OPM Backsolve (409A) Value = Multiple x EBITDA
Asset Approach Asset-heavy businesses, holding companies, distressed situations Net Asset Value (NAV) Liquidation Value NAV = Fair Assets - Fair Liabilities

When Does Your Business Need a Valuation?

A formal valuation is triggered by specific events, regulatory requirements, or strategic decisions. The following situations each require an independent, credentialed report.

  • Raising Capital - Justify share price and equity offered to investors
  • Stock Option Issuance (409A) - IRC compliance - non-compliance triggers a 20% IRS penalty tax
  • Mergers and Acquisitions - Deal pricing, swap ratios, and post-close PPA under ASC 805
  • Gift and Estate Tax Planning - IRS-compliant appraisals for wealth transfer filings
  • Divorce / Shareholder Disputes - Court-admissible independent valuation of contested assets
  • Selling a Business - Establish a defensible floor price for negotiations
  • Financial Reporting (GAAP) - ASC 350, ASC 820, ASC 718 compliance
  • ESOP Setup or Annual Update - ERISA mandates annual independent appraisal
  • E-2 Visa / Immigration Filing - USCIS evidence of substantial investment and non-marginal business
  • Bank Financing / SBA Loans - Independent FMV assessment for credit underwriting
  • Succession and Exit Planning - Protect all parties during ownership transitions

Not Sure Which Valuation You Need?

Who Needs a Business Valuation?

Startup Founders

409A, fundraising, cap table management, option pricing

M&A Advisors

Deal pricing, fairness opinions, purchase price allocation

Business Owners

Buy-sell, succession planning, bank financing, exit strategy

PE and VC Funds

Portfolio valuation, ASC 820 LP reporting, due diligence

Foreign Investors

E-2 Visa substantiality and non-marginality documentation

Corporate Attorneys

Litigation support, expert testimony, divorce, shareholder disputes

Estate and Tax Planners

Gift and estate tax filings, DLOC and DLOM discounts, IRS compliance

CFOs and Finance Teams

Financial reporting (ASC 805/350/820), M&A, audit readiness

ESOP Administrators

ERISA-compliant annual and transaction valuations

Advantages of a Professional Business Valuation

IRS and Audit Defence
Maximize Deal Value
Faster Due Diligence
Tax Efficiency
Litigation Defence
Unlock Hidden Capital
Investor Confidence
Strategic Clarity

Find the Right Value for Your Business
with Transaction Capital LLC.

We believe in growing with our clients and offering tailored solutions.

How Our Business Valuation Process Works

Our process is designed to be thorough without being slow. Standard engagements are delivered in 2 to 5 business days.
1
Discovery

Free Consultation

Discuss your purpose, structure, and timeline with your assigned appraiser. Receive a flat-fee quote - no commitment required.

2
Gathering

Data Collection

We provide a tailored checklist. Typically: 3 years of financial, interim statements, cap table, projections, and legal agreements.

3
Analysis

Analysis and Modeling

Credentialed analysts apply the selected methodology, build financial models, and compile market comparables with all relevant adjustments.

4
Valuation

Draft Report Delivery

Receive your complete draft - methodology, analysis, and conclusion - before any payment is due. This is our Pay After Draft Review guarantee.

5
Delivery

Final Report and Support

Signed, certified report delivered by your credentialed appraiser. Post-valuation audit defense and IRS inquiry support included at no additional charge.

Pay After Draft Review

You review quality and accuracy before paying a single dollar. No other valuation firm offers this.

What Your Valuation Report Includes

Every Transaction Capital LLC report is a comprehensive document prepared for external scrutiny - structured to satisfy auditors, investors, regulators, and courts.

  • Executive Summary - Valuation conclusion, purpose, effective date, and scope
  • Business and Industry Overview - Company background and market context
  • Methodology Rationale - Why the chosen approach was applied and alternatives rejected
  • Detailed Financial Analysis - Historical review, normalization adjustments, and projections
  • Market Comparables and Benchmarking - Guideline multiples with comparability analysis
  • Discount and Premium Adjustments - DLOC, DLOM, and risk adjustments with documentation
  • Key Assumptions and Limiting Conditions - Explicit risk and projection documentation
  • Regulatory Compliance Statements - USPAP, SSVS, NACVA, ASC, and IRC certifications
  • Appraiser Certification - Signed by ABV, ASA, CVA, or MRICS credentialed professional
  • Audit Defence Package - Supporting schedules, source data log, and management representation

Compliance Standards We Follow

USPAP

Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice - foundational US appraisal standard

ASC 350 / ASC 820 / ASC 718

Goodwill impairment, fair value measurement, stock compensation

IRS Revenue Ruling 59-60

Foundational IRS framework for closely held business valuation

USCIS E-2 Standards

Substantiality and non-marginality for visa adjudication

SSVS No. 1 (AICPA)

Substantiality Governs business valuations by ABV-credentialed CPAs non-marginality for visa adjudication

NACVA

Applies to all CVA-credentialed analyst engagements

IRC Section 409A

Safe Harbor stock option pricing - non-compliance triggers 20% IRS penalty

IRC Section 1202

QSBS qualification attestation - up to 100% capital gains exclusion

ASC 805

Purchase price allocation in business combinations

ERISA

Independence and adequacy requirements for ESOP valuations

Insights From Real Valuation Engagements

2,500+ Valuations. 50+ Industries. Deep Expertise in Each.

Deep sector knowledge means our appraisers understand industry-specific risk factors, market multiples, and valuation conventions - not just generic financial models.

Technology & SaaS

Fintech & Financial

Agriculture & Agribusiness

Manufacturing & Industrial
Real Estate

Energy, Oil & Gas

Consumer Goods & Retail

E-commerce & Digital Businesses
Education Technology

Telecommunications

Logistics & Transportation

Startups & Venture-Backed Companies
Professional Services

Healthcare & Medical

Media & Entertainment

Construction & Infrastructure

Why Choose Transaction Capital LLC?
(Big 4 Quality. Boutique Speed. Zero Compromise.)

The valuation market offers two extremes: automated platforms that sacrifice defensibility, and large firms charging $15,000 with a 6-week wait. Transaction Capital LLC operates where neither can compete.

Feature Transaction Capital LLC Big 4 Firms SaaS Platforms
Credentials ABV, ASA, CVA, MRICS PASSES - High cost FAILS - Automated
Turnaround 2–5 Business Days 4–6 Weeks 24–72 Hours
Starting Price $500 Flat Fee $5,000–$15,000+ $300–$1,500
Pay After Draft Review
Niche Expertise Partial
Human Expert on Every Report
Court & USCIS Admissible
Audit Defence Included Partial

Trusted by Big 4 Auditors, Investors, Attorneys, and Courts

Transaction Capital LLC also provides post-valuation audit support - assisting clients through financial audits, investor due diligence, and regulatory reviews.

  • Big 4 Audit Firms

    Financial reporting, tax audits, and regulatory compliance aligned with IRS, SEC, USPAP, and AICPA standards
  • Venture Capital and PE Investors

    Pre-investment valuations, ASC 820 portfolio reporting, and LP disclosure
  • Corporate Attorneys and Legal Advisors

    Litigation support, shareholder disputes, divorce proceedings, and expert witness testimony
  • Courts and Arbitration Panels

    Litigation valuations, economic damage assessments, and expert witness services

Thousands of Businesses. One Standard of Quality.

Join thousands of businesses that rely on Transaction Capital LLC for valuations that hold up when it matters most - in negotiations, in audits, in court, and in front of investors.

Do Not Take Our Word for It.

Transaction Capital LLC is rated on G2, Trustpilot, and Clutch by founders, CFOs, and legal professionals across the United States.
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Transaction Capital LLC delivered a high-quality Fair Market Value (FMV) analysis with exceptional responsiveness, professionalism, and depth. The team communicated clearly throughout the process and provided strong transparency around their methodology, allowing stakeholders to understand not just the conclusions, but the rationale behind them.

★★★★★

The work delivered by TXN Capital LLC on the IVS 105 valuation for our deeptech startup demonstrates great quality. Their clarity in documenting assumptions and methodologies ensures transparency and ease of understanding.

★★★★★

Working with Gaurav at Transaction Capital LLC for our 409A valuation was seamless and professional. He delivered a thorough, defensible report quickly and explained every detail clearly. Highly recommend for any startup seeking a reliable and efficient valuation partner.

★★★★★

Transaction Capital LLC, led by Dr. Gaurav, is truly the best in the business valuation space. I’ve seen the results firsthand — working with anyone else would be a waste of money. Believe me, they are the best.

★★★★★

Gaurav is very knowledgable in his field and was super helpful in his response and explanations. He finished the contract well before the deadline! Highly recommended. Thanks Gaurav

★★★★★

We got the Financial Model made by Gaurav which included all the standard things. Gaurav was helpful in explaining all the complex lingos and make it simple for us to understand. Strongly recommend him for getting FM made

Best Business Valuation Services in the USA

Transaction Capital LLC provides certified business valuation services across all 50 US states. Headquartered in New York, with active engagements in Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Dallas, Atlanta, Austin, Boston, and beyond.

Our team combines the methodological depth of a national firm with responsiveness and direct access to a boutique practice. You work directly with your credentialed appraiser - from the first call to the final signed report.

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    Flat-fee pricing from $500. Pay after draft review. Delivered in 2 to 5 business days. Signed by a credentialed appraiser.

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