Valuation

The valuation of a company is a subjective excercise that depends on numerous factors. Potential buyers will try to beat down your valuation every chance they get. This section will arm you with the tools needed to defend your valuation when it's time to sell.

Tying the Knot: Getting to 'I Do' with the Right Private Equity Partner Tying the Knot: Getting to 'I Do' with the Right Private Equity Partner Tying the Knot: Getting to 'I Do' with the Right Private Equity Partner Tying the Knot: Getting to 'I Do' with the Right Private Equity Partner


Thinking of partnering with a private equity firm? You should be thinking about it in terms of a marriage. Find the fit you will be happy...

The Single Most Important Lever Driving Corporate Value The Single Most Important Lever Driving Corporate Value The Single Most Important Lever Driving Corporate Value The Single Most Important Lever Driving Corporate Value


There are many drivers that can increase the value of a business, but one is more important than any other. Find out what it is in this...

valuation, business model valuation, business model valuation, business model valuation, business model


Business models go in-and-out of style... or do they? You may be surprised to learn how you can repurpose an old model to give you new...

5 Approaches to Generating a Track Record for a Winning Valuation 5 Approaches to Generating a Track Record for a Winning Valuation 5 Approaches to Generating a Track Record for a Winning Valuation 5 Approaches to Generating a Track Record for a Winning Valuation


A company’s financial track record is one of the fundamental drivers of value. Learn five simple approaches you can take to start growing...

valuation, appraisal valuation, appraisal valuation, appraisal valuation, appraisal


The American Society of Appraisers' general requirements for developing a business valuation so you know what is involved in the valuation...

valuation, value driver valuation, value driver valuation, value driver valuation, value driver


Due diligence can help you identify areas to improve your business. John Warrillow runs us through the eight key areas you should look at...

strategic planning, strategy, valuation, software strategic planning, strategy, valuation, software strategic planning, strategy, valuation, software strategic planning, strategy, valuation, software


Software companies have a little more leeway in pricing if you can look at buyers strategically. The right buyer will pay more for your...

valuation, tangible asset, asset valuation valuation, tangible asset, asset valuation valuation, tangible asset, asset valuation valuation, tangible asset, asset valuation


There are several ways to accurately appraise the value of your assets. Before selling, determine the use value, condition and fair market...

valuation gap valuation gap valuation gap valuation gap


Unrealistic value expectations is the number one reason for only 10% of businesses for sale actually close within 3 years of going to...

valuation, income method valuation, income method valuation, income method valuation, income method


Valuations are a numbers game and you can increase yours if you have the right approach. Learn what the income method can do for you and...

Timeless Value Trends for Mid-Sized Businesses Timeless Value Trends for Mid-Sized Businesses Timeless Value Trends for Mid-Sized Businesses Timeless Value Trends for Mid-Sized Businesses


Looking at comprehensive data to showcase what efforts make the most difference in getting the dollar value you want for your business and...

platform company, valuation platform company, valuation platform company, valuation platform company, valuation


Evaluating your business as a platform is a crucial step to attracting potential buyers. Look for ways to prove that your company is...

convertible bond, debt convertible bond, debt convertible bond, debt convertible bond, debt


Finding a way to get the maximum valuation possible for your business when you're ready to sell is a challenge faced by every business...

increase value, grow value, valuation increase value, grow value, valuation increase value, grow value, valuation increase value, grow value, valuation


It can be hard to focus on increasing the value of your business if you have no immediate intention of selling, but putting the work in...

valuation, value to owner valuation, value to owner valuation, value to owner valuation, value to owner


There are lots of valuation methods out there, but is any one of them the right fit for you? Here are some options you may not know about...

private equity, private equity recap private equity, private equity recap private equity, private equity recap private equity, private equity recap


Private equity recapitalizations are often not well understood. Mike O'Neil shares his company's take on them and how they work for the...

cash flow, value cash flow, value cash flow, value cash flow, value


Pulling from some music industry greats of our time, here are great lyrical insights on increasing your valuation and successfully selling...

Add Value to Your Business with Systems and Brand Add Value to Your Business with Systems and Brand Add Value to Your Business with Systems and Brand Add Value to Your Business with Systems and Brand


An outside buyer will see your company as a less risky, more appealing acquisition if they can see how it would run without you, the owner....

invest, M&A, entrepreneur invest, M&A, entrepreneur invest, M&A, entrepreneur invest, M&A, entrepreneur


Branching out from your comfort zone can be a very good thing, if you know what to look for. Jeff Smith shares his cross-industry...