Valuing a Business, 5th Edition: The Analysis and Appraisal of Closely Held Companies (McGraw-Hill Library of Investment and Finance)

I was shocked at the complexity of the subject, but more so at how well the author handled that complexity. She presented an amazing amount of information in an easily digestible format. There was also a fair amount of information on related subjects as well. I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking to improve their knowledge on this subject.

This core text is often difficult to find at the brick-mortar stores, but a snap to get through Amazon. Any accounting library without this resource falls short.

Everyone needs at least Pratt book in their forensic accounting and BV library. If you have one, this might be a partial repeat (Shannon repeats lots in each book) but it is always good for reference in a report.

So this textbook was required as part of the MBA program at Xavier University. Like most of the rest of the buyers of this book, I'd never have purchased it otherwise. Candidly, I didn't open the book much, but it was helpful when I did. It was in good shape, as well.

Bad book! Of no value. Waste of money. Nobody would wade through that monster except perhaps a collage student forced to read it. Not worth even one star.

An excellent publication on valuing business covering numerous types of entities, methods of evaluating and valuing, with examples, supporting data, and IRS issues. An must referrence manual for appraisers and evaluators.

It resulted very helpful for everyone who's into Valuaing Business. From the most basic information like the documents you need to gather to Market Aproach.

Gives a strong account of how a Closely Held Co. should be valued and the various methods, as well as applicable laws.

Too generic and mechanical in my view. Can't say that I picked up any new insights or techniques as such.

Worthwhile