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In the Netherlands, thousands of businesses change ownership annually. In 2023 alone, more than 13,000 business transfers took place (check Brookz) and this number is expected to rise further due to factors such as an aging population. According to the Chamber of Commerce, over 40% of SME entrepreneurs are older than 50. Many of them will want to (partially) transfer or sell their business within the next ten years. <\/p>\n\n

Business valuation plays a crucial role in these types of processes. Yet for accountants, it is sometimes an overlooked subject, even though accountants already have the best starting point to play an important role in a business valuation. They know the financial history, have access to the figures, and possess the trust of their client. <\/p>\n\n

It’s an important advisory opportunity that sometimes remains untapped. In this blog, you’ll read why accountants can play a key role in business valuation and how you as an accountant can capitalize on this role. <\/p>\n\n

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1. Je kent de cijfers al door en door<\/h4>\n\n

As an accountant, you already have in-depth insight into your clients’ financial situation. Annual accounts, cash flow position, any hidden reserves or one-off items, you know the figures and can interpret them well. Where an external valuation specialist needs time to get to know the company, you already have a head start. You know which figures are representative, where potential risks lie, and how the company is developing financially. <\/p>\n\n

This makes you particularly suitable to perform or guide a valuation analysis.<\/p>\n\n

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2. Waardering is m\u00e9\u00e9r dan verkoop<\/h4>\n\n

Many entrepreneurs only think about business valuation when they want to sell their company. But the truth is: valuation plays a role in many more situations. You can therefore mention this advisory service much more often, and your expertise can be useful in numerous situations. <\/p>\n\n