Becket Business Appraisals, LLC

Think of us as a highly qualified business valuation service, specializing in tax-driven appraisals needed by owners of private companies operating in Connecticut. All interviewing and appraisal work are done by the principal of the firm, Peter Becket, ASA, not by a staff of less experienced analysts. Over his decades-long career Mr. Becket has valued well over 500 transactions in varied industries and has acquired coveted professional designations that attest to his ability to serve clients well. We offer a superior work product from an appraisal firm that doesn't have to cover a large overhead expense.

Whether we are called upon to appraise the fair market value of a 100% ownership interest in a Subchapter S manufacturing company or a 30% interest in a limited liability company holding real estate and marketable securities, we consider all applicable valuation approaches and standards to ascertain an expected market value of the investment that would provide an appropriate rate of return for an incoming investor. Generally, on-site visits with management are part of our research and due diligence. We review buy-sell agreements and asset appraisals performed by others. We do not use canned valuation software—every job is unique and starts from scratch. Nor do we pad our reports with extraneous data. We analyze the value drivers and detractors, the marketplace, the competition, and relevant economic factors to arrive at the probable outlook for the company. We rely upon widely used commercial databases to support discounted values. Our comprehensive reports conform to all requirements of regulatory authorities and include ample supporting documentation. Professional ethics call for non-disclosure of confidential information, and for that reason we do not interview a client company's suppliers or customers. Appraisal work is a blend of art and science.