Forensic and Valuation Services (FVS)
Forensic and Valuation Services (FVS)
AICPA & CIMA
Thanks for joining us on the Forensic and Valuation Services (FVS) Podcast, brought to you by AICPA and CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. Twice monthly on the 1st and 3rd Thursday, listen in as we share conversations with nationally recognized forensic and valuation experts who will deliver insights that will help you to best serve your clients and employers. Check out the additional resources in the show notes for every episode! The FVS 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. AICPA links to FVS section resources. Valuation Services https://www.aicpa-cima.com/topic/valuation-services Forensic and Litigation Services https://www.aicpa-cima.com/topic/forensic-services Visit us online and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers using this link https://www.aicpa-cima.com/membership/landing/forensic-and-valuation-services-fvs-section
The Bankruptcy Briefings – Navigating Financial Rebirth, Part 1
Get set for the first of a series of episodes highlighting opportunities for FVS practitioners in bankruptcy, Ken and Josh “sit” to discuss some of the tenets of his practice.  Ken tells us about the types of bankruptcy (Chapter 7, Chapter 11, etc.) as well as the services that FVS practitioners can provide. We also hear about the types of clients (i.e. attorneys, debtors, creditor committees, etc.) as well as best practices advice from Ken on managing a bankruptcy practice.  Guest:  Kenneth DeGraw, CPA/CFF, CFE, CFP, Partner, Forensic & Valuation Services, Withum Host: Josh Shilts, CPA/ABV/CFF/CGMA, ASA, CFE. Shilts CPA, PLLC Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review   Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to [email protected] RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit  https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links. Related podcast episodes Learn how fraud and valuation matters are handled during bankruptcy, 6/4/2021 Bankruptcy in a post-COVID world, 9/2/2021     Exclusive content – Free for FVS Section members Frequently asked questions when providing bankruptcy services Providing Bankruptcy and Reorganization Services, Vol. 1: Litigation and Dispute Resolution in Bankruptcy Providing Bankruptcy and Reorganization Services, Vol. 2: Valuation in Bankruptcy Bankruptcy at a glance: chapter 7 Bankruptcy at a glance: chapter 11 Bankruptcy at a glance: chapter 11, subchapter V  This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’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.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark. LEARN MORE ABOUT  Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or 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 [email protected]  
May 2, 2024
21 min
Real Estate in the Valuation of Operating Entities and Holding Companies
There are nuances to dealing with real estate in the valuation of operating companies or real estate holding companies. Lisa and Chris tackle the important considerations for business valuation appraisers such as: Implications for your analysis and the applied valuation approaches, as well as your overall conclusion of value Tax consequences due to built-in capital gains The nature of right-of-use assets and liabilities Guests:   Lisa Cribben, CPA/ABV, ASA, CMA, Partner, Hawkins Ash CPA  Chris Volz, CPA/ABV/CFF, ASA, Partner, Wipfli LLP  Host: Greg Saunders, CPA/ABV, ASA, Keiter CPA Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review   Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to [email protected] RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit  https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links.  An FVS Podcast episode on multi-disciplinary valuations Exclusive content – Free for FVS Section members Working with other appraisers - valuation of FLPs holding real estate This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’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.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark.  LEARN MORE ABOUT  Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or 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 [email protected]  
Apr 18, 2024
26 min
Eye on Fraud - Too Good to be True: Ponzi Schemes
Once a Ponzi scheme has been exposed as a financial fraud, a forensic accountant’s skills are instrumental in the investigation of the fraud and assessment of damages.  The Eye on Fraud authors, Rumbi and Kathy, share: What is a Ponzi scheme vs. a pyramid scheme vs. multi-level marketing How and why Ponzi schemes draw in victims Ponzi scheme red flags  Guests:   Rumbi Bwerinofa-Petrozzello, CPA/CFF, CFE, Head of Strategy, Consulting, Seramount Kathy Bazoian Phelps, Esq. Partner, Raines Feldman Littrell LLP Host: Elizabeth Woodward, CPA/CFF, CFE, Forensic Accounting Director, Dean Dorton Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review   Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to [email protected] RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit  https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links.  Exclusive content – Free for FVS Section members Too Good to be True: Ponzi Schemes | FVS Eye on Fraud  Discount for AICPA members What Fraud Schemes Exist in Your Organization This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’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.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark. LEARN MORE ABOUT  Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or 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 [email protected]  
Apr 18, 2024
32 min
Insights for Navigating Common Issues in Business Valuation
While each business valuation assignment may be unique, there are often common themes and issues that typically arise. Understanding how different practitioners may navigate those issues can provide helpful guidance and reassurance when undertaking an engagement. Since Ethan Lee and Monica Caswell focus their efforts on different valuation niches, they were able to provide their specialized insight regarding the following topics:  Undertaking limited-scope engagements Managing client expectations Avoiding biases in your conclusions Common errors observed in opposing experts’ analyses Considerations when quantifying Company Specific Risk Premiums Guests:   Ethan Lee, CPA, ABV, CFF, CM&AA, Partner, Valuation and M&A Advisory, Hemming Morse, LLP Monica Caswell, CPA, ABV, CFF, President, Forensic Accountants & Consultants, P.A. Host:  Jenny Allen, CPA/ABV/CFF, Partner, Anthem Forensics Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review   Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to [email protected] This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’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.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark. LEARN MORE ABOUT  Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or 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 [email protected]      
Apr 4, 2024
24 min
High Times for CPAs? – Forensic Accounting Services in the Budding Cannabis Industry EXTRA
Clay and Howard got into the cannabis industry because it presented interesting opportunities to serve new clients in a growing industry.  The learning curve has been steep given the regulations and cash-based nature of the business, and building trusted relationships is key to success.   Forensic accountants can play an important role as the industry matures and consolidates. Especially to help sort out  Profitability issues that lead to litigation Due diligence for mergers and acquisitions Investigating fraud risks Guests:   Howard M. Silverstone, CPA/CFF, Executive Vice President, J.S. Held Clay Kniepmann, JD, CPA/ABV/CFF, Forensic, Valuation, and Litigation Principal, Anders CPAs and Advisors   Host:  Jennifer Oyadomari, CPA/ABV/CFF, President, Forensic Solutions Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review   Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to [email protected]  This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’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.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark. RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit  https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links.  Keeping up with changes in the cannabis industry Getting to the root of cannabis accounting FVS Section benefit:  Marijuana and forensic accounting - high times for CPAs? | FVS Eye on Fraud AICPA & CIMA Cannabis Industry Conference  AICPA member discount available LEARN MORE ABOUT  Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or 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 [email protected]  
Mar 21, 2024
24 min
Byteful Insights: Valuing Tech and Data- a conversation with the IVSC
This conversation with the author of the latest of 5 IVSC perspective papers on intangible assets, “Value and Data” takes a deep dive into understanding: What is considered technology and what drives the value of data How both play a critical role as intangible assets within the modern economy   The influence of artificial intelligence on valuation practices  Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review   Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to [email protected] This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’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.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark.  RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit  https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links.  International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC) Perspectives Papers 'Time to get Tangible about Intangible Assets”: Value and Data, February 2024  The Case for Realigning Reporting Standards with Modern Value Creation, Sept 2021 Human Capital Introspective, May 2022 Rethinking Brand Value, September 2022 Deciphering Technology, June 2023  LEARN MORE ABOUT  Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or 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 [email protected]  
Mar 21, 2024
20 min
FVS Eye on Fraud – Accountants and the Battle Against Money Laundering
With an increased understanding of financial crimes and money laundering, accountants can assist law enforcement, banks, investors, and governments with information that can be useful to help  Keep our capital markets functioning as intended Protect our national security by preventing or disrupting illicit finance. This episode is a discussion surrounding the Summer 2023, Issue 3 of the FVS Eye on Fraud series that educates readers on the genesis of FinCEN’s efforts to enforce anti-money laundering legislation and today’s emerging issues on the topic.  Guests:   Patrice Schiano, JD, CPA/CFF, Fraud Examination and Financial Forensics Program Coordinator, John Jay College of Criminal Justice Jeffrey Willoughby, CPA/ABV/CFF, Director, Forensic Resolutions Inc. Host: Frank Previti, CPA/CFF, Partner and Director of Fraud, Forensic & Transaction Advisory Services, DiSanto Priest & Co. AICPA Anti-Money Laundering landing page AICPA FVS Eye on Fraud – Accountants and the Battle Against Money Laundering Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) Press Release (Feb. 2024) Department of the Treasury, National Money Laundering Risk Assessments 
Mar 7, 2024
36 min
Valuations for Gift and Estate Taxes: Review and Best Practices
David, Natalya, and Brian discuss the current trends and challenges in business valuation and gift and estate tax including the importance of staying up to date on the current and potential changes in the gift and estate tax landscape.  The AICPA offers resources and guidance to practitioners that work in the business valuation of estate and gift taxation such as the toolkit landing page, practice aids, and the case law listing – see links in the RESOURCE section below Guests:   Brian Burns CPA/ABV/CFF, Partner and lead, FORVIS LLP Forensics and Valuation practice Natalya Abdrasilova, CPA/ABV, MAFF, CVA, Director of Valuation & Litigation Services, BDM, PC Host:  David Consigli, CPA/ABV, CDFA, Partner and Lead, FAZ CPAs Business Valuation Practice Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review   Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to [email protected] This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’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.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark. RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit  https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links.  From the FVS Section Library: FVS estate and gift toolkit Business Valuations for Estate and Gift Tax Purposes Practice Aid Estate and gift case law  Webcast: Key Trends in Estate & Gift Planning AICPA 2023 Forensic and Valuation Conference - session available for purchase  Valuations for Gift and Estate Taxes: Review and Best Practices  Update on Recent Valuation Cases LEARN MORE ABOUT  Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or 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 [email protected]
Feb 21, 2024
24 min
Protecting Yourself While Conducting Internet Based Investigations
Whether you perform investigations or not, you'll find real-world applicability in this interview with Ryan who will share with us the challenges of open source intelligence investigations (OSINT), including: Basics that investigators need to be aware of before conducting investigations How  OSINT works with digital forensics What You might be giving away if you are not careful about how you conduct OSINT  Guest:  Ryan Duquette, partner, and national leader of digital forensics at MNP, Toronto Canada Host:  Elizabeth Woodward, CPA/CFF, CFE, Dean Dorton Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review   Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to [email protected] RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit  https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links.  AICPA 2023 Forensic and Valuation Conference - Ryan Duquette's session, Through the Looking Glass: Protecting Yourself While Conducting Internet-Based Investigations Free for FVS Section members Forensic Accounting – Fraud Investigations | FVS Practice Aid Available on AICPA-CIMA.com Understanding the Forensic Technology Landscape: A Reference Guide for Practitioners Statement on Standards for Forensic Services This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’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.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You will get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content, including BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark.   LEARN MORE ABOUT  Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or 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 [email protected]
Feb 1, 2024
19 min
Valuation Court  - Key Takeaways from Recent Cases
Natalya and Dave discuss several recent valuation cases that they presented at the 2023 AICPA FVS conference, including: Whether PPP funds should be included in a marital dissolution valuation A charitable stock donation where the appraisal was rejected because the investment banker doing it lacked proper credentials A divorce case where the court relied on a minority interest sale price rather than the husband's expert, and The Biltmore Estate case where the IRS lost arguing for an asset approach rather than an income approach  Dave and Natalya would like to hear from you about interesting cases, especially Canadian ones.   Please share your thoughts at [email protected] and put in the subject: podcast ep 79. Guest:  Natalya Abdrasilova, CPA/ABV, MAFF, CVA, Director of Valuation & Litigation Services, BDM, PC Host:  David Consigli, CPA/ABV, CDFA, Partner and Lead, FAZ CPAs Business Valuation Practice Please share your thoughts about the episode - click here to leave us a review   Want to get involved with future FVS conferences, committees, task forces, or the standing ovation program? Send a message to [email protected] RESOURCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION If you’re using a podcast app that does not hyperlink to the resources, please visit  https://fvssection.libsyn.com/fvs to access the show notes with direct links.  AICPA 2023 Forensic and Valuation Conference - content available for purchase: full conference session only FVS estate and gift toolkit – case law listing   Economic damages case law  This podcast episode is part of the extensive resource library available from the AICPA’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.  Visit us online, and if you’re not already a member, consider joining this active community of your FVS peers. You’ll get 16 credits of complimentary CPE and access to rich technical content including, BRGonline, Daubert Tracker, and Merger Shark. LEARN MORE ABOUT  Accredited in Business Valuation(ABV) – Visit the home page and/or check out the ABV Infographic Certified in Fraud and Forensics (CFF) - Visit the home page and/or 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 [email protected]    
Jan 18, 2024
28 min
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