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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When RIA Owners Disagree on Value
When RIA Owners Disagree on Value

Choosing the Appraiser, the Process, and the Rules of Engagement

Valuation disputes among RIA owners require more than a defensible appraisal—they also require a clear process for selecting a qualified, independent appraiser and establishing fair rules of engagement. Thoughtful dispute-resolution provisions can help parties reach a credible conclusion even when perspectives on value differ.
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September 2026 | The Hidden Control Problem in a Wandry Gift
Value Matters® September 2026

The Hidden Control Problem in a Wandry Gift | When the Value Determines the Percentage, and the Percentage Changes the Value

A Wandry formula can help a donor transfer a specified dollar value of closely held stock while leaving the final ownership percentage to be determined through valuation. But when that percentage crosses a control or governance threshold, the rights and marketability of the resulting interest may change, and so may its value.
Mercer Capital to Sponsor the Association of Trust Organizations 2026 Annual Meeting
Mercer Capital to Sponsor the Association of Trust Organizations 2026 Annual Meeting
Mercer Capital is pleased to sponsor the Association of Trust Organizations’ 2026 Annual Meeting, taking place September 21-23, 2026, at the Grand Hyatt Deer Valley in Park City, Utah. Matt Crow, Brooks Hamner, and Zach Milam will attend on behalf of the firm.The 2026 Annual Meeting is a 1.5-day conference designed exclusively for the trust industry and will feature more than 13 hours of roundtables, panels, and networking. One of the featured sessions is Tuesday afternoon’s Session VI, “What Makes a Trust Company Worth More? Building Value Before the Deal,” which will be moderated by Matt Crow. The panel will explore the factors that drive valuation, how buyers and sellers evaluate opportunities, and what firms can do today to maximize enterprise value.Matt Crow, CFA, ASA, is the CEO of Mercer Capital and leads the firm’s Investment Management Industry team. He works with RIAs, independent trust companies, broker-dealers, and investment consulting firms on valuation matters related to corporate planning and reorganization, transactions, employee stock ownership plans, tax issues, and intangible asset valuations. Matt is also a frequent contributor to Mercer Capital’s RIA Valuation Insights blog.Brooks Hamner, CFA, ASA, is a Senior Vice President and a senior member of Mercer Capital’s Investment Management Industry team. He provides valuation services to RIAs, independent trust companies, asset managers, wealth management firms, broker-dealers, and investment consultants, and he also advises clients buying or selling their business.Zach Milam, CFA, is a Vice President and a senior member of Mercer Capital’s Investment Management Industry team. He has experience in corporate planning and reorganizations, financial reporting, fairness opinions, litigation support, employee stock ownership plans, and estate and gift tax planning and compliance matters.Mercer Capital regularly works with RIAs, independent trust companies, broker-dealers, and other investment management clients on valuation and advisory matters, and the firm looks forward to connecting with attendees in Park City. Visit the conference website to learn more about this year’s Annual Meeting: https://trustorgs.com/annual-meeting/.

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