Equity-based Compensation
HFBE provides valuation opinions in connection with the issuance of incentive options and in an effort to protect against deferred compensation claims (IRC 409A). An accurate assessment of valuation is imperative in light of potential penalties that can be assessed by the IRS in connection with deferred compensation plans.
Employee Stock Ownership Plans
The complexity of ESOPs and the related fiduciary liability require a valuation that is thoroughly prepared and well documented. Familiarity with ESOP valuation issues is imperative. HFBE provides expert, independent valuation opinions to ESOP trustees including fairness opinions in the context of corporate transactions.
