Unmasking Phantom Employees and Fake Debts in Business Valuation in Illinois
Understanding Phantom Employees and Fake Debts Phantom employees and fake debts are two fraudulent practices that can considerably distort a business’s financial statements, particularly during the valuation process. A phantom employee is essentially a fictitious employee whose salary is recorded on the company’s payroll. This practice is often executed to misappropriate funds, where salaries are … Read more