Giustina (*) case dealt with the value of an approximate 41% limited partnership interest in a partnership that held timberland. Giustina Land & Timber Co. Limited Partnership (GLTC) owned more than 47,000 acres of timberland at the time of death of Natale Giustina. GLTC had operated continuously since its formation in 1990. Profits were generated …
Taxpayers who make charitable contributions of non-cash property could be putting themselves in IRS penalty danger if the contribution is more than $5,000 and the property has not been appraised by a qualified appraiser who has issued a qualified appraisal report. A recent Tax Court case emphasizes the need for an appraisal report to be …
Most of your clients come to us for business valuation services because of outside requirements. They need an appraisal for tax compliance, financial reporting, or estate and gift planning among other reasons. While these are all legitimate needs you may face, you should also want an appraisal. If you’re thinking, why do I want an …