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Business Valuation Estimator | BusinessBrokerFinder.us.com
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Business Valuation Estimator
Answer a few questions about your business to get a comprehensive estimated valuation range — the same factors a broker will evaluate.
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Financials
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Business Profile
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Risk Factors
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Assets & Liabilities
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Results
Financial Overview
These are the primary numbers a buyer and broker will look at first. Use your most recent full fiscal year.
Business Profile
Tell us about the nature and history of your business.
Risk Factors
These are the factors that buyers and brokers use to adjust a valuation up or down from the base multiple.
Assets & Liabilities
These are added to or subtracted from your income-based valuation to arrive at the total deal value.
Estimated Valuation Range
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Midpoint estimate
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Ready for a professional valuation?
This estimate is a starting point. A licensed business broker can give you a precise valuation and help you get the best possible price for your business.
Your valuation is built on your Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE) multiplied by an industry multiple, then adjusted for risk factors and tangible assets.
Net profit—
+ Owner salary & perks—
+ Non-recurring add-backs—
= Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE)—
× Industry multiple range—
Risk & quality adjustments—
+ Tangible assets (equipment, inventory, etc.)—
− Outstanding liabilities / debt—
Value drivers in your business
These are the factors that most impact where in the range your business will sell.
Typical multiples by industry
These are real-world SDE multiples used by business brokers. Your industry is highlighted.
This tool provides a rough estimate for informational purposes only and should not be used as a formal business valuation. Actual sale prices depend on many additional factors including negotiation, buyer financing, market timing, and deal structure. Always consult a licensed business broker or M&A advisor for a professional opinion of value.
