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As a Virginia business owner, you operate in an economy shaped by federal contracting in Arlington, a growing technology sector in Loudoun County, a maritime and defense industry in Norfolk, and a diverse manufacturing and agricultural base in the Shenandoah Valley. Whether you're navigating the sale of a government contracting firm in Northern Virginia, dividing a professional practice in a Richmond divorce, resolving a shareholder dispute in Roanoke, or securing SBA financing to acquire a company in Hampton Roads, an accurate and well-supported business valuation is essential. At Sun Business Valuations, we bring over 20 years of experience and CVA and ASA credentials to every engagement in Virginia, giving you the clarity and credibility you need to move forward with confidence.
With a team of credentialed business valuation experts, we deliver independent business appraisals supported by thorough analysis and documentation, so your next business move is built on clarity, not guesswork.
Business Valuation Services We Offer in Virginia
Our professionals provide objective, comprehensive business valuations across a range of purposes:
Mergers & Acquisitions Accurate business valuations for buyers and sellers navigating ownership transitions.
Shareholder & Partnership Disputes Independent reports to support equitable resolutions.
Divorce & Marital Asset Division Fair, defensible business valuations for complex financial settlements.
Estate & Gift Tax Planning Business valuations prepared for federal estate and gift tax filings.
SBA & Bank Financing Appraisals that meet lender and federal compliance requirements.
Litigation & Expert Testimony Defensible analysis and professional representation when value is challenged.
Why Virginia Businesses Have Unique Valuation Needs
Virginia's legal and economic landscape can affect how a business is valued, particularly in divorce, ownership disputes, and transactions involving specialized industries. Our valuation professionals account for the purpose of the engagement and the applicable standards.
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How Virginia Values a Business in Divorce
Virginia generally takes a distinctive approach to valuing a business in divorce. Courts here tend to focus on what the business is worth to the couple in front of them, rather than simply what an outside buyer might pay for it on the open market.
That difference can matter for the number itself. Discounts that lower a valuation to reflect a minority stake or a hard-to-sell interest, common in a typical sale scenario, are not automatically applied in a Virginia divorce case. Value is also typically assessed closer to the court date than to the date the divorce was filed, so the number generally needs to reflect the business's position closer to trial. A valuation based on a standard buy-sell scenario may not hold up here; it takes an approach tailored to how Virginia courts tend to view the business. Because every case is different, we recommend confirming the specifics with your attorney.
Personal Goodwill vs. Enterprise Goodwill
Virginia divorce cases also often require a careful distinction between personal goodwill and enterprise goodwill. Personal goodwill is tied to the owner's reputation, relationships, skills, and other individual attributes and is generally considered the owner's personal property. Enterprise goodwill belongs to the business itself, is reflected in its systems, workforce, customer relationships, and location, and is generally treated as shared marital property in the settlement. For professional practices and personal-service businesses especially, sorting out which is which is usually one of the most contested parts of the case, and getting that distinction wrong can significantly affect the outcome.
Sun Business Valuations builds our Virginia divorce valuations around how local courts evaluate a business. We handle the valuation; your attorney handles the legal strategy.
We work with business owners and advisors in:
Richmond • Virginia Beach • Norfolk • Chesapeake • Arlington • Alexandria • Fairfax • Newport News • Roanoke • Charlottesville • Loudoun County • Winchester • Harrisonburg • Lynchburg • Fredericksburg
Virginia Regional Markets We Serve
Northern Virginia Business Valuations (Arlington – Fairfax – Alexandria – Loudoun County)
Northern Virginia is anchored by federal contracting, professional and IT services, cybersecurity, and a fast-growing data center industry along the "Data Center Alley" corridor in Loudoun County. Proximity to Washington, D.C. drives a dense concentration of government-services firms, consultancies, and high-net-worth ownership, along with frequent M&A activity as contractors and technology companies change hands. Sun Business Valuations works with founders, attorneys, CPAs, and investors throughout the region to deliver valuations for business sales, shareholder disputes, and estate planning.
Key Services:
- Business Sales & M&A
- Shareholder & Partnership Disputes
- Estate & Gift Tax Valuations
- SBA & Bank Financing
Richmond & Central Virginia Business Valuations (Richmond – Henrico – Charlottesville)
As the state capital and a regional banking and healthcare hub, Richmond supports a diverse base of finance, insurance, healthcare, and manufacturing businesses alongside a strong community of family-owned companies. To the west, Charlottesville adds a growing base of technology, life sciences, and healthcare employers anchored by the University of Virginia, along with a notable wine and agritourism industry. Ownership transitions—through sale, succession, or partnership buyout—are common as founders across the region plan their next steps. Sun Business Valuations provides certified, well-documented appraisals for Richmond and Charlottesville-area owners and their advisors.
Key Services:
- Business Sales & M&A
- Partnership Buyouts & Disputes
- Divorce & Marital Asset Division
- Estate & Gift Tax Valuations
Hampton Roads & Coastal Virginia Business Valuations (Norfolk – Virginia Beach – Newport News – Chesapeake)
Home to the world's largest naval base and one of the East Coast's busiest ports, Hampton Roads' economy runs on defense contracting, shipbuilding and repair, maritime logistics, and tourism. Businesses here often carry specialized equipment, government contracts, and long-term facility leases that require careful analysis. Sun Business Valuations brings experience valuing defense and maritime-adjacent businesses for sales, financing, and litigation purposes throughout the region.
Key Services:
- Business Sales & M&A
- SBA & Bank Financing
- Litigation & Expert Testimony
- Estate & Gift Tax Valuations
Shenandoah Valley & Southwest Virginia Business Valuations (Harrisonburg – Winchester – Roanoke – Lynchburg)
This region's economy centers on agriculture, food and beverage production, manufacturing, and healthcare, supported by a high concentration of closely held, multi-generation family businesses. Succession and estate planning are frequent drivers of valuation work here, as is the sale of manufacturing and agribusiness operations to outside buyers. Sun Business Valuations delivers valuations tailored to the operational and financial realities of these businesses.
Key Services:
Our Process
Our process is designed to make complex financial analysis straightforward from start to finish.
- Consultation & Engagement – We discuss your needs, determine the scope of work, answer your questions, and provide a fixed-fee quote before any work begins.
- Information Gathering – We provide access to our secure client portal for uploading the financial and business information needed for your valuation. Our team guides you through the process.
- Intake Call – We review your financial information, discuss your valuation goals, and learn more about your operations to ensure a well-supported valuation. Your report is delivered within 10 to 15 business days of this meeting.
- Analysis & Report Delivery – Our valuation experts analyze your business, apply the appropriate valuation methodologies, and deliver a clear, defensible report you can rely on. We then walk you through the conclusions and remain available for follow-up questions or representation.
Ready to get started? Contact us to schedule a consultation with a valuation expert.
Why Choose Sun Business Valuations
Sun Business Valuations combines technical expertise with personal service. Our team includes Accredited Senior Appraisers (ASA), Certified Valuation Analysts (CVA), and CPAs with ABV credentials, each bringing deep experience in business and financial analysis. We take a methodical, transparent approach—grounded in data, guided by professional judgment, and informed by over 20 years of specialized practice.
Virginia clients trust us because our reports are thoroughly documented, our process is clear, and our communication is straightforward. We understand that behind every valuation is a business someone has built, grown, or invested in—and we approach that responsibility with care.
Industries We Serve Across Virginia
Our team serves privately held businesses throughout Virginia, including:
Frequently Asked Questions
The cost varies based on company size, complexity, and purpose. We provide a fixed-fee quote once we understand your specific needs during our no-charge consultation.
Sun Business Valuations typically completes appraisals within 10 to 15 business days of receiving all necessary information and completing the client intake call.
Yes. We serve clients across Virginia through secure digital document transfer and video consultations, ensuring convenience without compromising accuracy.
No. Virginia does not impose a state estate or inheritance tax. The federal estate tax can still apply to larger estates, and an accurate valuation is what supports your federal gift and estate tax filings.
In most cases, yes. Federal guidelines require an independent business valuation from a qualified, credentialed appraiser when the financed amount exceeds $250,000 (excluding real estate and equipment), or when a close relationship exists between buyer and seller. Sun Business Valuations holds CVA and ASA credentials and regularly prepares valuations that meet SBA lender requirements.
Look for nationally recognized valuation credentials. Our professionals hold credentials including the Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) designation from the National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts (NACVA), the Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) credential from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), and the Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) designation from the American Society of Appraisers.
Yes. Sun Business Valuations professionals are frequently called upon to provide expert witness services for Virginia cases, including divorce and shareholder disputes, and to critique opposing valuation reports.
Get Started
Whether you're planning a sale, navigating a divorce, resolving a partnership dispute, or financing an acquisition, the value of your Virginia business deserves more than an estimate. To discuss your situation and receive information about the process, time frame, and cost, call Stephen Goldberg, Managing Partner, at 800.232.0180, or complete the form, and we will get back to you shortly.
Sun Business Valuations provides Business Appraisal Services throughout Virginia and the United States.