Corporate Valuation, Financial Services

October 29, 2020

What RIAs Need to Know About Current Estate Planning Opportunities

Estate and tax planning matters are an important component of the overall financial plan for many RIA clients.  The current tax policy and market environment create unique estate planning opportunities that may not last if economic conditions normalize or if Biden wins in November.  This webinar addresses the available opportunities that RIA principals and advisors should be aware of in the current environment. Original air date: October 28, 2020

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Skeletons in the Data Room: What Can Haunt an RIA Sale
Skeletons in the Data Room: What Can Haunt an RIA Sale
Client concentration, an aging client base, weak organic growth, founder dependence, and questionable earnings adjustments can complicate an RIA sale. Identifying and addressing these issues before due diligence helps owners protect transaction value and negotiate from a stronger position.
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October 2026 | When a Large Ownership Block Doesn’t Mean Control
Value Matters® October 2026

When a Large Ownership Block Doesn’t Mean Control | Valuation Lessons from Grieve v. Commissioner

A large ownership interest does not necessarily convey control, a distinction with important implications for gift and estate tax valuations. In Grieve v. Commissioner, T.C. Memo. 2020-28, the U.S. Tax Court accepted discounts for lack of control and lack of marketability on ownership interests representing 99.8% of the economic interests in two family-owned LLCs.
Thomas C. Insalaco to Speak at Tampa Bay Estate Planning Council
Thomas C. Insalaco to Speak at Tampa Bay Estate Planning Council
Thomas C. Insalaco, CFA, ASA, Senior Vice President at Mercer Capital, will speak at the Tampa Bay Estate Planning Council on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at the Chester H. Ferguson Law Center in Tampa, Florida.His presentation, “Navigating Business Valuations: What Estate Planners Need to Know,” will examine common estate planning valuation issues that have recently received IRS scrutiny and offer practical guidance for avoiding potential problems.The Tampa Bay Estate Planning Council brings together attorneys, fiduciaries, accountants, investment advisors, charitable giving specialists, family office executives, insurance professionals, and valuation experts. The Council promotes collaboration among the disciplines involved in estate planning and provides educational opportunities for its members. As a Council Partner, Mercer Capital is proud to support the organization’s educational programming and commitment to collaborative planning.Tom Insalaco is a Senior Vice President and a member of Mercer Capital’s Gift, Estate, and Income Tax Planning and Compliance practice group. Since 2008, he has provided valuation services across a broad range of industries and matters, including gift and estate tax, business succession and exit planning, and buy-sell agreements.Mercer Capital regularly works with attorneys, fiduciaries, business owners, and other professional advisors on valuation matters involving gift and estate tax planning, business succession, ownership transitions, and buy-sell agreements.For additional information or to register, visit the Tampa Bay Estate Planning Council’s website.

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