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Property Holding Company Discount Studies

Optimize Wealth Transfer with IRS-Compliant Valuations

Expert Discount Studies for Minority Interests

We specialize in discount studies for family limited partnerships (FLPs) and property/investment holding companies across all asset classes. Our independent, well-supported valuations determine appropriate minority interest and marketability discounts, ensuring compliance with IRS regulations while maximizing wealth transfer efficiency. As dual-credentialed ASA and ABV professionals, we provide thoroughly documented analyses designed to withstand regulatory scrutiny and support estate planning and gifting strategies.

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Property Portfolio Discount Analysis

From commercial buildings to agricultural land, we conduct thorough discount studies across diverse property portfolios. Our analysis considers multiple factors including control limitations, market conditions, and historical transactions to determine appropriate minority interest discounts. Each study is tailored to your specific holding company structure and property mix.

FLP Transfer Planning Studies

We specialize in discount studies for family limited partnerships, helping you implement effective wealth transfer strategies. Our reports provide comprehensive support for minority interest and marketability discounts, backed by extensive market data and professional analysis that meets current IRS requirements.

Multi-Asset Holding Company Valuations

For complex holding companies with multiple property and/or investment types, we deliver detailed discount studies that account for varied asset characteristics. Whether your portfolio includes commercial properties, vacation homes, tenancy-in-common interests, or illiquid investments in private companies, our analysis provides well-supported conclusions for each unique situation.

What Our Clients Say

Joel A. Bock, CPA, MST, Managing Partner

Their professional demeanor and responsiveness allows us to refer them to our clients without hesitation. We have relied upon their work for dozens of income, estate, and gift tax engagements and it has consistently withstood the scrutiny of any taxing authorities.

Cyrus Mojibi, CEO

Kevin and Shannon handled a wide range of complex valuation work for us with exceptional professionalism and care. Their reports were thorough, well-supported, and delivered promptly. I would not hesitate to work with Central Pacific Valuation again.

Thomas R. Maxwell, CPA, MST, Partner

Their work has consistently been thoughtful, well-supported, and defensible, while still being practical and understandable for clients and advisors. I would not hesitate to recommend Central Pacific Valuation to clients, attorneys, or other professional advisors.

J. Darby Howard, Jr.

Given the court deadlines I was facing, it was essential that the work be completed accurately and within a very short timeframe. They demonstrated exceptional professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail. I highly recommend Shannon and Kevin to anyone seeking valuation services.

Latest Projects

Ag Field Services Company

Ag Field Services Company

Valued an agricultural field services company for a buyer
Agricultural Group

Agricultural Group

Provided valuation services to a diversified multi-entity agricultural group for a Form 706 estate tax filing (Form 706).
Almond Farming Operation

Almond Farming Operation

Valued an almond farming operation
Automobile Dealership

Automobile Dealership

Valued a minority interest in an automobile dealership for estate and gift tax planning.
Civil Engineering Company

Civil Engineering Company

Valued a civil engineering company for partial sale to management
Construction Company

Construction Company

Valued a minority interest in a commercial construction company for estate and gift tax planning.
Coworking Leasing Company

Coworking Leasing Company

Valued a coworking leasing company
Craft Brewer

Craft Brewer

Valued a regional craft brewery with multiple locations for transaction purposes.
Dairy Farming

Dairy Farming

Valued dairy farming operations for gift tax purposes.
Electrical Contractor

Electrical Contractor

Valued a specialized electrical contracting business for management buyout purposes.
Engineering Company

Engineering Company

Valuation of the company for the purposes of selling to employees.
Farming Company

Farming Company

A 706 estate valuation of farming operations and land owning property companies for tax compliance.
HVAC Services Company

HVAC Services Company

Valued an HVAC servicing company
Industrial Property Holdings

Industrial Property Holdings

Valued an industrial property holding company for gift tax purposes (discount study)
Industrial Services Company

Industrial Services Company

Valued a machining, fabrication, equipment repair and field services company for transaction purposes
Investment Holding Company

Investment Holding Company

Valued a minority interest in a diversified investment holding company for estate and gift tax planning.
IT/Telecom Services

IT/Telecom Services

Valued an IT and telecom specialist serving school districts
Large Farming Concern

Large Farming Concern

Valued a major diversified farming operation in the Central Valley for gifting purposes

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