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Add-Backs: The Money That Isn’t on Your P&L
Your tax return understates what the business earns. Add-backs and normalization restore the real number, and…
My Competitor Sold for $2M. Is Mine Worth That Too?
A competitor’s sale price feels like a benchmark, but comps rarely transfer between two businesses in…
Why the Number in Your Head Is Probably Wrong
Most owners carry a value in their head that a buyer will never pay. Here is…
Business Valuation Multiples by Industry
Typical SDE and EBITDA ranges by sector, why two businesses in the same industry sell for…
How to Value a Small Business: The 3 Main Methods
The asset, market, and income approaches explained, plus the drivers that decide where your business lands…
What Is My Business Worth?
Business value is earnings times a multiple. Here’s how that math works, what moves your number,…
SDE vs EBITDA: What’s the Difference?
SDE and EBITDA both measure real profitability, but only one adds back the owner’s salary. Here’s…
Exit Planning Is a Risk Strategy (Not a Sale Strategy)
What happens when the business can’t run without you? Buyers call it risk. Learn how an…
The Owner Trap: When the Business Needs You Too Much
What happens when the business can’t run without you? Buyers call it risk. Learn how an…
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Common questions and misconceptions about private equity
Private equity comes in many shapes and sizes, just like the businesses they partner with, and…
What Is Private Equity? A Guide for Small Business Owners
Private equity (PE) is when big investors buy private companies or take public companies off the…
The Advantages of a Certified Business Valuation over an Estimate
Why get a business valuation instead of an estimate? Learn how an accredited valuation from a…
Buying a Business
Why Buying an Existing Business May Be Smarter Than Starting One From Scratch
Discover why buying an existing business can be smarter than starting one. Learn the benefits and…
The Great Wealth Transfer: What It Means for Your Small Business
In the next 20 years, there will be a massive intergenerational transfer of wealth. Learn how…
Leveraged Buyouts: How To Get Financing And Buy A Business
Leveraged buyouts have become an increasingly popular method for acquiring businesses. Read this comprehensive guide to…