This document summarizes different methods for valuing goodwill of a business. It defines goodwill as the benefit arising from reputation and connections that allows a business to earn higher profits. Factors like location, management efficiency, and future competition can affect goodwill. Common methods to value goodwill include the average profit method, super profit method, capitalization method, purchase consideration method, and annuity method. Goodwill valuation is important for events like admitting new partners, business dissolutions, mergers, and government takeovers.