E-2 Visa Business Valuation
Globally Certified (CVA • ASA • ABV® • MRICS)
Valuation Experience
Valuations Completed
Industries Served
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When Your Visa Depends on the Valuation, Every Number Matters
The E-2 Treaty Investor Visa is one of the fastest paths for foreign nationals to live and operate a business in the United States - but only when the underlying investment is proven "substantial," at-risk, and directed toward a bona fide enterprise. That proof lives inside your business valuation report.
A weak valuation, unclear methodology, or an unqualified preparer can trigger requests for evidence (RFEs), consular denials, or delays that jeopardize your entire relocation plan.
At Transaction Capital LLC, every E-2 visa business valuation is prepared and signed by a credentialed appraiser - not software, not a generalist accountant, not an immigration paralegal. Each report is engineered to withstand USCIS adjudication, consular scrutiny, and RFE challenges.
Our E-2 Visa Business Valuation Services
Get a USCIS-Ready E-2 Visa Business Valuation for Your Application Today.
E-2 Visa Business Valuation Methods We Use
| Approach | Best For | Key Methods | Formula |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income Approach | Operating businesses with earnings or projections | DCF, Capitalization of Earnings | PV = FCF / (1 + WACC)^n |
| Market Approach | Franchises and businesses with comparables | GPCM, Guideline Transaction Method | Value = Multiple x EBITDA / SDE |
| Asset Approach | New entities and asset-heavy businesses | NAV, Adjusted Book Value | NAV = Fair Assets − Fair Liabilities |
Substantiality Analysis
Source of Funds Tracing
Proportionality Test Modeling
Marginality Rebuttal
When Do You Need an E-2 Visa Business Valuation?
- New E-2 Application - Officer tests substantiality before visa issuance.
- Business Acquisition - Purchase price requires third-party validation.
- RFE or NOID Response - Adjudicators request supplemental valuation.
- Investor Partnerships - Fractional ownership needs proportional FMV.
- E-2 Renewal - Updated FMV proves ongoing qualification.
- Change of Status - USCIS I-129 requires credentialed FMV.
- Source of Funds Review - Valuation-backed capitalization required.
- Franchise Investment - Investment must be independently documented.
Not Sure If You Need a Valuation?
Who Needs E-2 Visa Business Valuation Services?
E-2 Valuation by Business & Investment Type
Methodologies and compliance rules vary significantly by intellectual property category:
| Business Type | Typical Methodology | Key Consideration |
|---|---|---|
| Newly Formed Startup | Asset Approach + Projections | Requires credible five-year forecasts |
| Business Acquisition | Income + Market Approach | Purchase price validated against comparables |
| Franchise Investment | Market Approach + Franchise Benchmarks | Initial fees and royalties drive substantiality |
| Professional Service Firm | Income Approach with Goodwill Separation | Enterprise vs. personal goodwill affects marginality |
| E-Commerce / SaaS | Income + Market Approach with MRR Multiples | Churn and CAC govern enterprise value |
| Restaurant / Hospitality | Market Approach with SDE Multiples | Location and lease terms drive value |
| Import / Export | Income Approach with Trade Flow | Treaty country activity supports qualification |
| Real Estate Operating Co. | Income + Asset Approach | Active management must be documented |
| Manufacturing | Income + Cost Approach | Equipment and inventory affect thresholds |
| Multi-Location Enterprise | Multi-Approach Consolidated | Locations valued individually then aggregated |
Benefits of a Professional E-2 Valuation
Find the Right Value for Your E-2 Enterprise
with Transaction Capital LLC.
We believe in growing with our clients and offering tailored solutions.
How Our E-2 Valuation Process Works
Free Consultation
Discuss your business and timeline for a flat-fee quote.
Document Collection
Upload financials, business plans, and purchase agreements.
Analysis & Modeling
Credentialed analysts apply USPAP-approved methods.
Draft Report Delivery
Review your complete draft before payment.
Final Report & Support
Signed report with RFE defense included at no charge.
What Your E-2 Valuation Report Includes
- Executive Summary - FMV conclusion, effective date, and engagement scope
- Business Profile - Ownership, business model, and US market context
- Investment Structure - Capitalization, escrow, and at-risk documentation
- Methodology Rationale - Justification for the selected approach
- Financial Projections - Five-year revenue, expense, and job creation forecasts
- Substantiality & Proportionality Analysis - Formal sliding-scale application
- Marginality Rebuttal - Income and employment projections
- Market Comparables - Public multiples and transaction data
- Discount & Risk Adjustments - Empirical support for risk factors
- Compliance & Signatures - USPAP and IRS Rev. Rul. 59-60 certifications
- USCIS Defense Package - Data logs and appraiser declarations for RFE response
E-2 Substantiality Requirements - What You Need to Know
Substantial Investment
Non-Marginality
Directing & Developing
Substantial Investment
At-Risk Requirement
Bona Fide Enterprise
Source of Funds
Compliance Standards We Follow
USPAP
IVS
USCIS Policy Manual
INA § 101(a)(15)(E)
AICPA SSVS-1
9 FAM 402.9
8 CFR § 214.2(e)
IRS Revenue Ruling 59-60
NACVA Professional Standards
Insights From Real Valuation Engagements
2,500+ Valuations. 50+ Industries. Deep Expertise in Each.
Why Choose Transaction Capital LLC?
Big 4 Quality. Boutique Speed. Zero Compromise.
| Transaction Capital LLC | Big 4 / National Firms | Generalist Accountants | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credentials | ABV, ASA, CVA, MRICS | PASSES - Very High Cost | PARTIAL - Varies |
| Turnaround Time | 3-5 Business Days | 4-8 Weeks | 2-6 Weeks |
| Starting Price | $750 Flat Fee | $5,000-$15,000+ | $1,500-$5,000 |
| Pay After Draft Review | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Substantiality Analysis | PASSES - Always | ✓ | PARTIAL |
| Source of Funds Coordination | PASSES | PARTIAL | PARTIAL |
| RFE Defense & Attorney Support | PASSES - Included | Extra Cost | Rarely available |
| Consular & USCIS Admissible | PASSES | PASSES | PARTIAL |
| Post-Valuation Support | PASSES - Included | Extra Cost | Extra Cost |
Certified Experts
Elite Leadership
Transparent Flat-Fee Pricing
Complete Post-Valuation Support
Trusted by Immigration Attorneys and Consulates
E-2 Visa Business Valuation Pricing
| Engagement Type | Starting Price | Turnaround Time | Primary Methodology |
|---|---|---|---|
| New E-2 Startup Valuation | $750 | 3-5 Business Days | Asset Approach + Projections |
| Existing Business Acquisition | $1,000 | 3-5 Business Days | Income + Market with SDE |
| Franchise E-2 Valuation | $1,000 | 3-5 Business Days | Market Approach + Franchise Benchmarks |
| E-2 Renewal Valuation | $800 | 3-5 Business Days | Updated FMV + Marginality |
| Change of Status (I-129) | $1,200 | 3-5 Business Days | Substantiality + Proportionality |
| Multi-Location Enterprise | Custom Quote | 5-10 Business Days | Multi-Approach Consolidated |
| RFE Response Package | Custom Quote | 3-7 Business Days | Supplemental + Declarations |
Pay After Draft Review
You review quality and accuracy before paying a single dollar. No other valuation firm offers this.
Trusted by Immigration Attorneys, Consulates, and USCIS Adjudicators
We provide full, complimentary post-valuation support to guide your team through audits, regulatory reviews, and due diligence.
Immigration Attorneys
USPAP-compliant valuations for I-129 and DS-160 packagesUS Consulates & Embassies
Substantiality-tested reports accepted worldwide
USCIS Adjudicators
Documented FMV addressing sliding scale and marginalityCPAs & Financial Advisors
Coordinated valuation and source of funds tracing
Thousands of Investors. One Standard of Quality.
Join thousands of treaty investors, immigration attorneys, and franchisees who rely on Transaction Capital LLC for E-2 valuations that hold up when it matters most - at the consular window and in the USCIS file.
Do Not Take Our Word for It.
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 E-2 Visa Business Valuation Services in the USA
Transaction Capital LLC provides certified E-2 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.
