Understand your company's true value to make informed decisions about growth, exit planning, and strategic investments.
Get an unbiased assessment of your business value from certified professionals.
Detailed valuation reports with clear methodology and supporting documentation.
Your sensitive business information is handled with utmost discretion.
Understand your current business value to inform exit planning and timing decisions.
Identify and mitigate factors that could negatively impact your business value and marketability.
Fair and defensible valuations for buying out partners or resolving ownership transitions.
of business owners overestimate their company's value
average value increase after implementing recommendations
ROI on valuation cost through value improvements
average time to implement value-enhancing changes
Compares your business to similar companies that have recently sold.
Best for: Businesses with comparable market data
Values based on future cash flows and earnings potential.
Best for: Profitable businesses with stable cash flows
Calculates value based on assets minus liabilities.
Best for: Asset-heavy or distressed businesses
"3x revenue" or "5x EBITDA" oversimplifies your unique business factors and market conditions.
Failing to account for working capital needs can overstate value by 15-30%.
One-time expenses and owner perks must be adjusted to show true earning capacity.
Your sweat equity doesn't translate to market value - buyers pay for future returns.
Professional valuations typically range from $5,000-$15,000 depending on business complexity. This investment often pays for itself through identified improvements and tax savings.
Most valuations are completed within 2-3 weeks from receiving all documentation. Rush services available for time-sensitive needs.
Broker valuations are often inflated to win listings. Professional valuations are independent, defensible, and include detailed analysis and recommendations.
Absolutely. We sign NDAs and use secure systems. Your valuation is never shared without explicit permission, and we don't work with competitors.
Ideally, 2-3 years before any transaction. This gives time to implement value improvements. Also valuable for annual planning and partner agreements.
We explain our methodology and assumptions in detail. Often, understanding the "why" behind the value helps identify specific areas to improve.
| Feature | Professional CVA | Broker Estimate | Online Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accuracy | Limited | Very Limited | |
| Defensible in Court/IRS | No | No | |
| Improvement Recommendations | Basic | None | |
| Industry Analysis | Limited | Generic | |
| Unbiased/Independent | No | N/A |
Initial Valuation
$3.2M
After Improvements (18mo)
$4.5M
Value Increase
+41%