International Society of Business Appraisers

International Society of Business Appraisers Upholding best practices to educate, certify, service & support professionals in BUSINESS VALUATION. What's the business worth?

ISBA trains, certifies, and supports Business Certified Appraisers in valuing a small to main Street business. There are over 20 business strategies lenders, CPAs, attorneys, business owners and others all need to know what the business is worth!

Keeping up with every case, ruling, and regulatory shift in business appraisal is a full-time job on its own.If you miss...
06/15/2026

Keeping up with every case, ruling, and regulatory shift in business appraisal is a full-time job on its own.

If you missed our April webinar on Current Update in Business Appraisal (Part 2), it is now available in our webinar archive. Howard A. Lewis brings years of real-world experience to breakdown recent cases, regulatory updates, and the most relevant changes in the profession - in a way that's practical and easy to apply.

In this webinar, you’ll:
• Describe recent developments in the business appraisal profession
• Understand the most relevant changes from 2025
• Learn how to research deeper into the topics that impact your work

Register now: https://zurl.co/OCDwf

Field of Study: Finance
Knowledge Level: Basic
Education/Experience: None

There are three approaches to business valuation: Income, Market, and Asset-Based. Here's when to use each one.If you're...
06/11/2026

There are three approaches to business valuation: Income, Market, and Asset-Based. Here's when to use each one.

If you're new to business appraisal, understanding these three core methodologies is essential. Each approach serves a different purpose and is appropriate in different situations.

1. Income Approach
This method values a business based on its ability to generate future cash flow or earnings.

2. Market Approach
This method values a business by comparing it to similar businesses that have sold.

3. Asset-Based Approach
This method values a business based on the value of its assets minus liabilities.

In practice, appraisers often use multiple approaches and reconcile the results to arrive at a final value conclusion.

The BCA® program from ISBA® teaches you how to apply these methodologies in real-world scenarios, including when to use each approach and how to support your conclusions.

Ready to master business valuation methodologies?

Learn More: https://zurl.co/qMPhF

🌐 Two leading appraisal organizations. One major decision. One conversation you don't want to miss.ISBA and NEBB Institu...
06/10/2026

🌐 Two leading appraisal organizations. One major decision. One conversation you don't want to miss.

ISBA and NEBB Institute have joined the IVSC as a member organization and on June 24th they're hosting a joint webinar to break down exactly what that means for the profession and for your practice.

"Why Did We Join the IVSC?" is your chance to hear it straight from leadership.
Here's what's on the table:

📌 Why ISBA and NEBB Institute made this move and what it means for the international appraisal community
📌 What the IVSC is doing with appraisal standards today and what they're developing for the future
📌 How you can use this connection to elevate your credibility and enhance your own practice
It's the kind of insight that gives you a clearer picture of where the business appraisal profession is heading.

📅 June 24, 2026 👉 Register now and be part of the conversation. 🔗 https://zurl.co/A6UBK

Field of Study: Finance
Knowledge Level: Basic
Education/Experience: None

Myth: You need to be a CPA or have an accounting degree to become a business appraiser.Reality: You don't.One of the big...
06/09/2026

Myth: You need to be a CPA or have an accounting degree to become a business appraiser.

Reality: You don't.

One of the biggest misconceptions about business valuation is that it's only for accountants. That's simply not true.

At ISBA®, we've trained financial advisors, divorce analysts, attorneys, estate planners, business brokers, real estate appraiseers, M&E appraisers, and business consultants, many without accounting backgrounds, to become successful Business Certified Appraisers® (BCAs®).

Here's what you actually need:
✓ The ability to think analytically
✓ Willingness to learn valuation methodologies
✓ Commitment to understanding financial statements
✓ Dedication to best practices and ethical standards

You don't need to be a numbers genius. You need to be willing to learn how to think like an appraiser.

Don't let a myth hold you back from a valuable credential.

Learn more about BCA: https://zurl.co/iSHSU

Reviewing a business valuation is not the same as preparing one. It requires deeper scrutiny, sharper judgment, and the ...
06/05/2026

Reviewing a business valuation is not the same as preparing one. It requires deeper scrutiny, sharper judgment, and the ability to defend your conclusions under pressure.

The Business Certified Appraiser in Review (BCA-R) is the only credential dedicated exclusively to business appraisal review. It is built for professionals who want to:

• Strengthen report defensibility
• Identify methodological weaknesses before they become litigation risks
• Enhance credibility in court, IRS, and transactional settings
• Expand into higher-level review and expert roles

This is advanced, practical training designed specifically for certified appraisers including BCA, ASA, ABV, CVA, and similar credentials.

✅ Live 5-day remote course: June 8 - 12, 2026, 2026
✅ Real-time expert instruction
✅ Pre-reading, exam, and demonstration review report
✅ Immediate application to litigation, tax, and dispute engagements

Strengthen your expertise. Elevate your credibility.

🔗 Learn more & register:
https://zurl.co/CJZOW

The U.S. Small Business Administration recognizes the BCA® as a qualified source for business appraisals. Here's why tha...
06/04/2026

The U.S. Small Business Administration recognizes the BCA® as a qualified source for business appraisals. Here's why that matters.

When you're working with small business valuations, whether for SBA loans, estate planning, or divorce cases, credibility isn't optional. Your clients need to know your appraisal will be accepted by banks, courts, and government agencies.

The Business Certified Appraiser® (BCA®) designation from ISBA® gives you that credibility.

Here's what sets BCA apart:
✓ SBA-recognized credential for qualified business appraisals
✓ Focused specifically on small and Main-Street-sized businesses
✓ Hands-on training in real-world valuation scenarios
✓ No CPA or accounting degree required—just commitment to learning
✓ Peer-reviewed demonstration report ensures you can apply what you learn

You'll gain practical skills in:
- Reading and normalizing financial statements
- Applying income, market, and asset-based approaches
- Calculating and justifying discounts and premiums
- Developing defensible rates of return
- Writing reports that stand up to scrutiny

Ready to become SBA-recognized?

Explore BCA Certification: https://zurl.co/EkYOe

📢 Big news for our membership and the valuation community:ISBA/Certitrek have joined the International Valuation Standar...
06/03/2026

📢 Big news for our membership and the valuation community:

ISBA/Certitrek have joined the International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC) as a member organization.

This isn't just a formality. It's a commitment.

We're strengthening our alignment with globally recognized valuation professional organizations, and raising the bar for professionalism across business, machinery, and equipment appraisal.

For our members, this means expanded learning opportunities, deeper engagement with the international valuation community, and a voice in shaping the future of our profession.

We're excited to collaborate with IVSC and bring even more value to the appraisers we serve.

👇 Read the full announcement here: https://zurl.co/GVvrq

Reviewing a business valuation is not the same as preparing one. It requires deeper scrutiny, sharper judgment, and the ...
06/01/2026

Reviewing a business valuation is not the same as preparing one. It requires deeper scrutiny, sharper judgment, and the ability to defend your conclusions under pressure.

The Business Certified Appraiser in Review (BCA-R) is the only credential dedicated exclusively to business appraisal review. It is built for professionals who want to:

• Strengthen report defensibility
• Identify methodological weaknesses before they become litigation risks
• Enhance credibility in court, IRS, and transactional settings
• Expand into higher-level review and expert roles

This is advanced, practical training designed specifically for certified appraisers including BCA, ASA, ABV, CVA, and similar credentials.

✅ Live 5-day remote course: June 8 - 12, 2026, 2026
✅ Real-time expert instruction
✅ Pre-reading, exam, and demonstration review report
✅ Immediate application to litigation, tax, and dispute engagements

Strengthen your expertise. Elevate your credibility.

🔗 Learn more & register:
https://zurl.co/OXtHM

Not all business appraisal reports are created equal. Here are 3 red flags that tell you one isn't worth the paper it's ...
05/28/2026

Not all business appraisal reports are created equal. Here are 3 red flags that tell you one isn't worth the paper it's printed on.

Red Flag #1: The appraiser didn't normalize the financials.
If a report just uses the numbers from the tax return without adjusting for owner compensation, personal expenses, or one-time items, it's not a real appraisal. It's a calculation. Those are not the same thing.

Red Flag #2: Only one valuation method was used.
Professional standards generally require an appraiser to consider multiple approaches to value, income, market, and asset-based and explain why they weighted them the way they did. A report that relies on a single method without that discussion should raise questions.

Red Flag #3: The conclusion isn't supported by a narrative.
A real appraisal explains its reasoning. How did the appraiser arrive at the discount rate? Why did they weight comparable sales the way they did? What risk factors did they identify, and how did those factors affect the conclusion?

If the report just presents a number without walking through the logic that number can't be defended. And in a dispute, a loan application, or a court proceeding, that matters.

Knowing what a good report looks like protects you and your clients.
Save this. Forward it to someone reviewing an appraisal right now.

Some gave all. We honor them today and every day. Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and meaningful Memorial Day fro...
05/25/2026

Some gave all. We honor them today and every day.
Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and meaningful Memorial Day from the ISBA team.

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