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Buying a business is exciting until you realize how much is at stake
Without an accurate valuation, you're negotiating blind.
Hidden Liabilities
Aggressive add-backs that inflate earnings and EBITDA, making the business look more profitable than it actually is.
Missed Red Flags
Hidden problems that traditional valuations miss: customer concentration, declining margins, operational risks.
Overpaying
Without independent verification, you're relying on the seller's numbers to determine what's fair.
Financial Times • October 2012
HP Takes $5B Write-Down on Autonomy
Accounting irregularities missed during due diligence
HP's due diligence team had every resource imaginable. They still missed it.
In 2011, HP acquired Autonomy for $11.1 billion. Within a year, they wrote down $5 billion due to accounting irregularities their due diligence failed to catch.
If it can happen to them, it can happen to anyone.
You don't need a $10 billion team. You need one independent set of eyes on the numbers before you sign.
Our independent valuation reports reveal what a business is actually worth before you sign anything
Negotiate from Strength
A 50K EBITDA correction at a 4x multiple means $200K in negotiating leverage. Walk into every conversation knowing exactly what the business is worth.
Identify Hidden Problems
Catch what the seller isn't telling you customer concentration, declining margins, revenue quality issues, operational risks. Our Red Flags Analysis covers 15+ risk categories so nothing surprises you post-close.
See How the Price Compares
Your valuation is benchmarked against 100,000 real transactions in our database. You'll know instantly if you're paying market rate or overpaying.
Methodology You Can Defend
Four proven valuation methods following SSVS No. 1 and USPAP guidelines. The same rigorous framework used by professional analysts. Numbers that hold up in negotiations, not just on paper.
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Complete our questionnaire in under 10 minutes with the target business details and financials.
Here's what you'll need to get started:
About the Business
- Business name and industry
- Years in operation
- Number of employees
- Business location(s)
- Reason for sale (if known)
Deal Information
- Asking price
- Deal structure (asset vs. stock sale)
- Included assets and inventory value
- Any seller financing offered
Financial Documents
- Profit & Loss statements (last 3 years)
- Current year P&L (year-to-date)
- SDE or EBITDA breakdown with add-backs
- Balance sheet (if available)
- CIM or broker package (if available)
Helpful Extras
- Customer concentration data
- Revenue breakdown by service/product
- Key employee information
- Lease terms (if applicable)
Don't have everything? No problem. Start with what you have, and we'll let you know if we need more.
We Analyze the Numbers
Our team applies 3 proven valuation methods and runs a full red flags analysis
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Get your comprehensive valuation with fair market value, risk assessment, and negotiation insights. Delivered in 24 hours
Expert Consultation Included
Walk through your results with our team. We'll explain the methodology, answer questions, and help you understand what the numbers mean for your deal
How buyers use our valuations
See how independent valuations change the negotiation dynamic.
The Inflated EBITDA
A buyer was considering a service business listed at $850K. The seller's broker provided a valuation showing strong, consistent earnings. Our independent analysis revealed aggressive owner salary add-backs and one-time revenue that inflated EBITDA by 35%.
The Hidden Revenue Problem
Our Red Flags Analysis uncovered dangerous customer concentration: 62% of revenue came from just two clients, both with contracts expiring within 18 months. This represented significant risk the seller had minimized.
The Deal That Made Sense
The Deal That Made Sense
A first-time buyer was nervous about a $1.2M asking price for a manufacturing business. Our valuation confirmed the price was within 5% of fair market value, with no significant red flags. The buyer closed with confidence knowing they paid the right price, not hoping.
3 Proven Methods. One Clear Answer.
Professional methodology following SSVS No. 1 and USPAP guidelines
Income Approach
Values the business based on normalized earnings (SDE for owner-operated, EBITDA for larger operations) with industry-appropriate multiples. Supported by DCF analysis where reliable projections are available.
Market Comparables
Benchmarks your valuation against 100,000+ actual business transactions in our database. Shows what similar businesses in your industry and size range actually sold for, not just theoretical models.
Asset-Based Approach
Values the business based on its net asset value, including tangible assets like equipment and inventory, plus intangible assets like customer lists and goodwill. Provides a floor value and sanity check.
Why Multiple Methods?
Each method provides a different perspective on value. We assign a percentage weight to each approach based on your specific business characteristics, then synthesize everything into one clear, defensible number.
See exactly what you'll receive
Our comprehensive valuation reports give you everything you need to negotiate with confidence.
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Know What It's Worth Before You Sign
Everything you need to negotiate from strength
Our valuations routinely identify tens of thousands in adjustments. One correction pays for itself 50x over.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about buying a business and using valuations for due diligence.
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The smartest investment in your acquisition
Our valuations identify tens of thousands in adjustments. One correction pays for itself many times over.
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