Find A Business Appraiser

The following guide provides access to online directories for professionally accredited appraisers providing business valuation services in the U.S., Canada, and other countries.

American Society of Appraisers (ASA)
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The American Society of Appraisers is an international organization of appraisal professionals, with appraisal disciplines covered including appraisal review and management, business valuation, gems and jewelry, machinery and technical specialties, personal property, and real property. Its member directory is searchable by name, geographic location, appraisal discipline, specialty, and keyword.

National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts (NACVA)
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NACVA is a professional organization which offers certifications in business valuation and financial forensics, with certifications offered to its members including the CVA (Certified Valuation Analyst), ABAR (Accredited in Business Appraisal Review), and MAFF (Master Analyst in Financial Forensics). Its member directory is searchable by name, industry, specialty, city, state, zip code, and country.

CBV Institute
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The CBV Institute is a professional accrediting body in the field of business valuation in Canada, and offers the CBV (Chartered Business Valuator) designation to qualified business appraisers who meet its education, examination, and business valuation experience requirements. Its member directory is searchable by first name, last name, company, biography keywords, country, and state or province.

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Choosing a Business Appraiser
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Featured staff article provides guidance on choosing a business appraiser, with topics addressed in the article including hiring the right appraiser for the job (e.g., business, real estate, or equipment appraiser), looking for a professional certification or designation (e.g., ASA, CPA/ABV, CBA, CVA, and CBV), understanding appraisal costs, insisting upon independence, and using common sense.