Accurately determine the value of intangibles and intellectual property

While it is impossible to reach out and touch intangibles and intellectual property (IP), these often overlooked assets can be identified and frequently have substantial value. AccuVal uses a variety of proven valuation methodologies and keen business acumen to turn intangible assets into tangible value. Our professionals are immersed in the marketplace and benefit from the practical experience of having bought, sold and saved companies. This enables our experts to recognize value that is invisible to others, which is utilized to deliver clarity to decision-makers and increase the value of companies to potential buyers or lenders. Learn more about the following intangibles AccuVal frequently appraises:

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Five Categories of Intangible Assets

Marketing-related: Trademarks, trade/brand names, service marks, logos and non-compete agreements
Customer-related: Customer contracts and relationships, customer lists, databases, open purchase orders, distributors and sales routes
Contract-based: Franchise and licensing agreements, permits and contracts and supplier contracts
Technology-based: Process and product patents, patent applications, proprietary processes and technology, engineering drawings, technical documentation, computer software and copyrights, formulas and recipes
Artistic-related: Musical composition, literary composition and film copyrights

What is included in the appraisal?

Well-supported and defensible independent opinion of value
Narrative of the history and nature of the intangibles and IP
Statement describing and explaining the purpose, scope, value definition and asset definition of the appraisal
Detailed industry and economic overviews relating to the intangibles and IP
Detailed qualitative and quantitative analysis of the intangibles and IP, including (when possible):
- Income approach to value
- Market approach to value
- Cost approach to value
Overview of methodology, assumptions and limiting conditions
Detailed exhibits that support computations and analysis

What factors are considered when determining value?

Qualitative and quantitative characteristics of the intangibles and IP
Earnings capacity and profitability relating to the intangibles and IP
Market share supported by, or as a result of, the intangibles and IP
Legal rights and restrictions to the intangibles and IP
Contracts associated with the intangibles and IP
Competition, barriers to entry and risks associated with the intangibles and IP
Product life cycles and positioning
Historical growth and prospects for the future

How do I get started?

The following is needed to determine how AccuVal can help:

Background information on the intangible asset(s) to be valued
Financial information relating to the intangible asset(s) (if available)
Other information specific to the type(s) of intangible asset(s) being appraised
Description of the company and its operating divisions
Brief description of the products and services produced by the company
Copies of past appraisals
Value definition(s) required

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