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The FVS Valuation Podcast

The FVS Valuation Podcast

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The FVS Valuation podcast is a monthly show brought to you by AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. We celebrated our 100th episode in October 2024 and our archives include captivating conversations with subject-matter experts, and progressive ideas from thought leaders. The show notes for each episode will contain additional resources to assist you in learning about valuation topics! The FVS Valuation Podcast is a part of the extensive resource library available from AICPA-CIMA's Forensic and Valuation Services Section, the premier provider of guidance, tools, and advocacy for professionals who specialize in providing forensics, valuation, litigation, and fraud services.©2026 Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. All rights reserved. Economics Management Management & Leadership
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  • Estate & Gift Tax Valuations: IRS Triggers, Discounts & Case Law

    Estate & Gift Tax Valuations: IRS Triggers, Discounts & Case Law
    Jun 4 2026
    This episode is a fast-moving walkthrough of the cases and pitfalls that most often drive IRS attention. In a candid, practitioner-to-practitioner conversation, Dave, Natalya and Bruce break down what's changing, what's repeating, and what valuation pros can do now to reduce risk and improve defensibility. You'll hear what Pierce v. Commissioner suggests about when a DCF can stand alone, why tax affecting still needs to be done "the right way," and how weak support for DLOM (and increasingly DLOC) can undermine an otherwise solid conclusion. Actionable takeaway: tighten your work where challenges concentrate: discounts, tax affecting, projections, and documentation. And if you use AI for research or drafting, verify sources like your job depends on it—because it does. Continue reading to learn about key resources available to improve your valuation analyses. Guests: Natalya Abdrasilova, CPA/ABV, MAFF, Director of Valuation & Litigation Services, Boyle, Deveny & Meyer Bruce C. Wood, CPA/ABV, Mtx, Director, Applied Economics Host: David J Consigli, CPA/ABV, CDFA, Partner, SAX Advisory Group Thanks for listening. It takes just a couple of minutes to share your feedback. You can also contact us directly at podcast@aicpa-cima.com RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION If you're using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit our podcast platform to access the show notes with direct links. 2026 Forensic and Valuation Services Conference - Beyond the technical sessions, conferences can offer something just as important—the opportunity to connect with peers, share experiences, and hear how others are approaching similar challenges in their work. Early bird savings through Sept 20 plus additional savings for AICPA members and ABV/CFF/CVFI holders JOIN: The FVS Engage365 Member Community to collaborate with fellow AICPA® members, exchange ideas, and shape the future of the profession together. EARLY CAREER GUIDANCE: Welcome to a career in forensic and valuation services Click here to join the AICPA FVS Section An active community of FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to exclusivetechnical content FVS Valuation Podcast archives - Check out what we have to offer Making a Case for Using the Market Approach for Determining Fair Market Value Insights for Navigating Common Issues in Business Valuation - 2025 update Grabowski's Take - Discount Rates, Risk, and the Future of Valuation LEARN MORE ABOUT THE FOLLOWING AICPA CREDENTIALS: Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV®) – Visit the home page and check out the ABV infographic Certified in the Valuation of Financial Instruments (CVFI®) – Visit the home page and check out the CVFI infographic Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF®) - Visit the home page and check out the CFF infographic This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
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    31 mins
  • Private Credit Valuation: Opportunities, Risks, and Lessons from the Global Financial Crisis (GFC)

    Private Credit Valuation: Opportunities, Risks, and Lessons from the Global Financial Crisis (GFC)
    May 7 2026
    The private credit landscape stands at a critical juncture amid rising technical defaults, restructurings, and redemption pressures. Our guest, Luca Blasi, draws on his unique experience in valuation, banking, and regulatory oversight, our industry expert observes parallels with the rapid growth, compressed risk premia, weaker underwriting discipline, and opaque pricing prevalent in the pre-GFC era, but highlights a key difference: today's capital is largely held by longer-horizon investors like pensions and insurers rather than highly leveraged banks. Luca analyzes potential spillover effects from private equity's current slower exits, echoes a clear need for better data standards and benchmarks in assessing risks, and makes a compelling case in reinforcing why defensible valuations depend on consistent methodology, transparent assumptions, and strong governance. Key takeaways: • Current long(er) horizon investor base is a key difference with pre-GFC environment • Difficulty in verifying underwriting quality necessitates looking beyond headline defaults • Limited benchmarks and transaction data make valuations subjective and less comparable • Strong governance demands independence, documentation, and timely valuations Guest: Luca Blasi, PhD, FRM, Managing Director and Head of Private Markets Valuations and Regulatory Solutions, S&P Global Host: Howard Mah-Lee, ABV, CFA, CAIA Senior Manager, AICPA Valuation Services Continue reading to learn about key resources available at AICPA-CIMA.com to improve your valuation analyses. Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees and advisory groups, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to infoFVS@aicpa-cima.com RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION If you're using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit our podcast platform to access the show notes with direct links. Accounting and Valuation guides from AICPA If you are an AICPA-FVS Section member see below for free access to these guides Valuation of Privately Held Companies Equity Securities Issued as Compensation Valuation of Portfolio Company Investments of Venture Capital and Private Equity Funds and Other Investment Companies Assets Acquired to Be Used in Research and Development Activities - Accounting and Valuation Guide Exclusive content available with AICPA FVS Section membership: Click here to join this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content Valuation of Privately Held Companies Equity Securities Issued as Compensation Valuation of Portfolio Company Investments of Venture Capital and Private Equity Funds and Other Investment Companies The FVS Valuation Podcast archives Current Trends In Private Credit Markets 409A Valuations – What you Need to Know Libsyn Five | Financial Instrument Valuation Series: SAFEs, Convertible Notes, and Embedded Derivatives LEARN MORE ABOUT THE FOLLOWING AICPA CREDENTIALS: Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV®) – Visit the home page and check out the ABV infographic Certified in the Valuation of Financial Instruments (CVFI®) – Visit the home page , the alternative investment valuation resource and community page , and check out the CVFI infographic Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF®) - Visit the home page and check out the CFF infographic This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
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    40 mins
  • Personal vs. Enterprise Goodwill: The Divorce Valuation Battleground

    Personal vs. Enterprise Goodwill: The Divorce Valuation Battleground
    Apr 2 2026
    Goodwill is one of the most contested issues in divorce business valuation and family law cases. This episode examines personal vs. enterprise goodwill, the double dip problem, and why state law and standards of value can dramatically affect outcomes. Valuation experts share practical insight into how goodwill is analyzed in real world divorce litigation. Guests: David Consigli, Jr., CPA/ABV, CDFA, Partner, FAZ Forensics Luke Thomas, CVA, CDFA, Principal, IAG Forensics Host: Jenny Allen, CPA/ABV/CFF, Partner, Anthem Forensics Thanks for listening. It takes just a couple of minutes to share your feedback. You can also contact us directly at podcast@aicpa-cima.com RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION If you're using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit our podcast platform to access the show notes with direct links. JOIN: The FVS Engage365 Member Community to collaborate with fellow AICPA® members, exchange ideas, and shape the future of the profession together. EARLY CAREER GUIDANCE: Welcome to a career in forensic and valuation services Click here to join the AICPA FVS Section An active community of FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to exclusivetechnical content AICPA Testing Goodwill for Impairment Accounting and Valuation Guide This AICPA Accounting and Valuation Guide delivers practical guidance on goodwill impairment testing, including accounting, valuation, and disclosure considerations. Developed by the AICPA Impairment Task Force and staff, it emphasizes fair value measurement of reporting units for financial reporting purposes. FVS Valuation Podcast archives - Check out what we have to offer Insights for Navigating Common Issues in Business Valuation - 2025 update Personal vs. Enterprise Goodwill: Key Things to Know (Feb 2023) LEARN MORE ABOUT THE FOLLOWING AICPA CREDENTIALS: Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV®) – Visit the home page and check out the ABV infographic Certified in the Valuation of Financial Instruments (CVFI®) – Visit the home page and check out the CVFI infographic Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF®) - Visit the home page and check out the CFF infographic This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here. Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
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    25 mins
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