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Edward J. Kurowicki,
MBA, CPA/CFF, CVA
Darlene Shaffer,
CPA/CFF, CVA
Robert Kenific, Jr.,
CPA, CFE
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American Institute of
Certified Public Accountants
New Jersey Society of
Certified Public Accountants
National Association of
Certified Valuation Analysts
Association of Certified
Fraud Examiners
National Association of
Forensic Economists
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Welcome to the first issue of Bedard, Kurowicki & Co., CPA's Litigation Support & Business Valuation news update. We hope this message finds you well, and that our articles are helpful to you, your clients and your firm. We encourage you to forward this message to friends and associates, and please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions.
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Calculation vs. Conclusion of Value
Attorneys and their  clients sometimes ask professional valuators to provide preliminary estimates called "calculations" - rather than full-fledged business appraisals, formally known as a conclusion of value. Such requests might save money up front, but this article discusses a recent Iowa case that illustrates why calculations are no substitute for valuations.
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Fraud Motivations
One officer of a Company said,  "If I had known he needed money, I would have loaned it to him". Another asked, "How could this happen"? And yet another exclaimed, "We are ruined! We can't make payroll!" All of these are reactions to the discovery of fraud in their Company. Hindsight will eventually bring us to ask WHY did this happen. What are the motivations for our employees in considering committing these crimes? In response, I want to discuss two of my favorite theories. |
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Insight to Buy/Sell Agreements
 Buy-sell agreements provide much-needed protection when an owner involuntarily leaves - or voluntarily wants out of the business. A comprehensive agreement not only defines the term "value," but it also incorporates buyout terms and includes provision's for various buy/sell scenarios and contingencies. This article explains the importance of a valid buy-sell agreement and the significant role an appraiser plays in ensuring the agreement is sound - thus minimizing potential conflicts down the road. Click here to read the full article |
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