Finance Law Author

Vivian Prescott

Vivian Prescott is a highly experienced corporate and finance lawyer with a strong focus on advising clients on complex transactions and regulatory matters. She has a deep understanding of the complex legal and financial issues involved in corporate law and financial institutions.

Credentials

J.D., University of Kansas, M.B.A. in Finance

12+ yearsCorporate LawFinancial Institutions

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Articles by Vivian Prescott

What Are the Key Risks of Private Equity Investing?What Are the Most Diversified Companies?How to Calculate Gross Margin Under GAAPHow Much Cash Should a Company Have on Hand?Which Type of Debt Is Given Preference in the Event of Default?What Happens If Beginning Inventory Is Understated?What Are Cash Disbursements in Accounting?Why Quarterly Earnings Are Likely to Send Mixed SignalsWhat Is a Conditional Loan Approval?Are Setup Costs Also Known as Production Costs?What Is Equity? From Business Ownership to CompensationHow the A/B Note Structure Works in Commercial Real EstateHow to Ensure FASB Compliance for a SIMPLE IRA PlanHow to Recognize and Report Commissions RevenueThe AICPA Risk Assessment Process ExplainedHow to Measure and Improve Asset EfficiencyWhat Is a Synthetic Long Position in Options?What Is the Purpose of Nonforfeiture Values?Accounting for Retainage Payable Under GAAPWhat Is a VA Construction Loan and How Does It Work?How an Equity Waterfall Works in Private EquityAre ETFs Active or Passive? Key Differences ExplainedWhat Is the Expenditures Approach to GDP?Are Bonds Less Risky Than Stocks?What Are the Main Service Lines in Public Accounting?How to Calculate Discount Amortization on BondsWhere Does Depreciation Expense Go on the Income Statement?What Is a Guaranty Association and How Does It Work?What Is the Debt to Equity Ratio and How Is It Calculated?How the International Monetary Fund Reviews Countries