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The Top 4 Valuation Methods Explained
When it comes to assessing the value of a business, there are four main methodologies. Understanding these valuation methods is critical...

Miranda Kishel
May 23 min read


Understanding the Basics of Business Valuation
When it comes to running a small business, understanding your company's value is crucial. Business valuation is not just a term reserved...

Miranda Kishel
May 28 min read


How to Prepare Your Financials for a Valuation
Why Preparing Your Financials Matters Before a business valuation, your financials need to be clean, complete, and well-documented....

Miranda Kishel
May 23 min read


SDE vs. EBITDA vs. Net Income: What’s the Difference?
If you're a small business owner trying to understand your company’s financial health—or preparing for a valuation—you've likely come...

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


When Delay Becomes Danger: Why Postponing a Business Valuation Can Cost You More Than You Think
Too many small business owners treat business valuation like a will— something you’ll get around to when it really matters . But by the...

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


The Income Approach Explained Simply
What Is the Income Approach? The income approach  is a business valuation method that determines a company’s value based on the income it...

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


Valuation Red Flags That Lower Company Worth
Myth: A Business’s Value Is Based Only on Revenue and Profit This is one of the most common—and costly—misconceptions in small business...

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


What Is the Market Approach?
The market approach  is a business valuation method that estimates a company’s value by comparing it to similar businesses that have...

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


Why Normalizing Adjustments Matter in Business Valuation
When valuing a small business, financial statements rarely tell the whole story. Normalizing adjustments  are used to correct or adjust...

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


Valuation for Divorce, Disputes, and Buyouts: Why It’s a Critical Tool
Who This Applies To This use case applies to business owners navigating partner disputes, divorce proceedings, or ownership buyouts ....

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


The Illusion of Simplicity: Why You Can’t Trust Online Valuation Calculators
In a world where nearly everything can be DIY’d in a few clicks, business valuation should not be one of them . Online calculators...

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


What Do Lenders Look for in a Valuation?
Lenders look for valuations that are credible, well-supported, and compliant with lending standards—especially when the loan involves a...

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


FAQ: Key Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Valuation Expert
What Questions Should I Ask Before Hiring a Valuation Expert? Before hiring a valuation expert, you should ask about their credentials,...

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


Benchmarking in Valuation: Why It Matters
Benchmarking is one of the most powerful (and underused) tools in business valuation. By comparing your company to others in the same...

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


Expert Guide To Valuing A Consulting Company
Understanding the financial value of your consulting company is crucial. It's not just about knowing your worth. It's about strategic...

Miranda Kishel
May 28 min read


Why Industry Risk Can Make or Break Your Business Valuation
When it comes to valuing a business, not all industries are treated equally . Even two companies with similar revenue and profit levels...

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


Using Company-Specific Risk Premiums to Account for ESG in Valuations
For valuation professionals working with privately-held companies, the rise of ESG brings a new layer of complexity: how to reflect...

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


The True Cost of ESG: Where Business Owners Will Feel the Financial Pinch
When privately-held businesses begin to integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into their operations, one...

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


Greenwashing: The ESG Fraud You Can’t Afford to Overlook
As ESG continues to reshape business standards, a new risk has emerged—one that threatens the very credibility of the movement:...

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


ESG and Lending Risk: Why Your ESG Score May Soon Affect Your Loan Terms
As financial institutions accelerate their adoption of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks, a new underwriting...

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read
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