How to estimate what your business is worth before calling a broker
A 3-step small business valuation any trades owner can run in 20 minutes with last year's tax return. Get a ballpark before you talk to anyone.
June 14, 2026
Business Value
What your business is worth and what moves the number
What is a valuation multiple and what does it mean for you?
A 1x difference in your multiple can mean $500,000 more or less in your pocket. Here's how buyers calculate what your business is worth, in plain numbers.
May 22, 2026
My business was valued lower than I expected. Now what?
A lower-than-expected valuation is common and usually fixable. Here's why the gap happens, what's driving it, and how to close it before you sell.
May 22, 2026
How to increase business value before selling
Revenue growth alone won't raise your sale price. These 5 levers actually move the multiple and can be worth $500K to $1.5M on a typical trades business.
May 15, 2026
What is EBITDA and what does it mean for your sale price?
Buyers talk about EBITDA constantly. Here's what it actually means for a business owner, when it matters, and when SDE is the right number instead.
April 30, 2026
What drives your business multiple up or down?
Two businesses in the same industry with the same revenue can sell for very different prices. Here's exactly what moves the multiplier.
April 24, 2026
How much can I realistically expect when I sell?
What owners expect and what the market pays are often far apart. Here's how to set realistic expectations, and how preparation changes the number.
April 18, 2026
What is an add-back and how does it affect your sale price?
An add-back adjusts your reported profit to show what the business truly earns. Learn what qualifies, what doesn't, and how a bad add-back can hurt your price.
April 10, 2026
How much is my business actually worth to a buyer?
Most businesses are valued using a multiple of earnings. Here's what that means in plain English and what actually drives the number.
March 25, 2026
How is a business valued when you're ready to sell?
Most businesses are valued using a multiple of earnings. Here's how the number gets calculated and what actually moves it up or down.
March 18, 2026