Every business owner deserves to know. This estimator uses real market multiples across 20 industries to give you a directional valuation range — calculated three ways, with built-in scenario modeling to show what improvements are worth in actual dollars.
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Valuation Methods
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Industry Multiples
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To Your Range
Step 1 of 3 — Business Basics
Tell us about your business
These inputs determine which industry multiples apply and how we weight each valuation method.
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Step 2 of 3 — EBITDA
Your earnings picture
EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation & Amortization) is the single most important driver of business value. Do you know yours?
Do you know your EBITDA?
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Guided EBITDA Normalization
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Calculated Adjusted EBITDA
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Step 3 of 3 — Value Adjustments
The factors that move the multiple
These two inputs apply adjustment factors that buyers use to compress or expand your valuation multiple — often by 1× EBITDA or more.
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Enter your details to reveal your full three-method valuation range — including our best estimate and the value improvement scenario model.
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Our Best Estimate — Weighted Valuation Range
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This is a directional estimate based on market multiples and your inputs. A formal CVA engagement may yield a materially different result.
Three-Method Breakdown
What could your business be worth?
Move the sliders below to model the dollar impact of specific improvements. These aren't hypotheticals — they're the exact factors buyers use to expand or compress your multiple.
Potential Valuation Uplift
Above your current estimate
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Reduce Owner Dependency
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Lowering your personal dependency adds 0.25–1.0× to your EBITDA multiple. This is the single highest-ROI improvement most owners can make.
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Improve EBITDA Margin
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Every dollar of EBITDA improvement is amplified by your multiple. A 2-point margin gain on a $3M revenue business = $60K more EBITDA × your multiple.
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Reduce Customer Concentration
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Diversifying your revenue base removes a key buyer risk factor, which directly expands your multiple. Well-distributed revenue is worth +0.25× on its own.
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Why the formal CVA matters
This estimate is directional only. A Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) uses 3–5 years of audited financial data, site visits, management interviews, market transaction comps, and formal methodology. The difference between a directional estimate and a formal CVA opinion can be $500K–$2M+ on a $5M business — and a formal CVA is often required by lenders, buyers, and courts. It's also your strongest negotiating tool when a buyer brings their own number.
Know your number. Own the negotiation.
A CVA engagement takes 3–6 weeks and costs a fraction of what an underprepared seller leaves on the table. Book a 20-minute call to understand exactly what's involved and what your business could support.
DISCLAIMER: This valuation estimate is for educational and informational purposes only. It is based on self-reported data and industry multiple ranges that may not reflect current market conditions, your specific geographic market, buyer pool, or individual business characteristics. This tool does not constitute a formal business valuation, appraisal, or advisory opinion. A formal valuation performed by a Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) may produce materially different results. Do not rely on this estimate for tax, legal, financial, or transactional purposes. Consult a qualified CPA, CVA, and M&A attorney before making any decisions.