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When the Market Drops, Should You Bother With a Valuation?
Downturns are one of the most strategic times to get your business valued—if you know what to do with the information.

Miranda Kishel
May 23 min read


Understanding Customer Concentration: Why It Matters in Business Valuation
If a large portion of your revenue comes from just one or two customers, your business may be seen as riskier—and therefore less valuable—by buyers, lenders, or investors.

Miranda Kishel
May 23 min read


The Myth of Selling Your Business for 2x Revenue
The idea of using a revenue multiple as a quick shortcut for valuation has become widespread—but it’s often dangerously oversimplified.

Miranda Kishel
May 23 min read


The Role of Forecasting in Business Valuation
Financial forecasting isn’t just for large corporations—it’s a must-have tool for any small business owner looking to grow, sell, or plan strategically. When done right, your forecast is more than a guess—it’s the roadmap that drives real business value.

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


FAQs: What Documents Do I Need for a Valuation?
To get a business valuation, you'll typically need 3–5 years of financial documentation, along with key business records that explain how your company operates.

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


What Makes a Valuation SBA-Compliant?
A SBA-compliant valuation is a formal business valuation that meets the documentation, methodology, and professional standards required by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) when financing a business purchase with an SBA loan.

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


How Seasonality Affects Business Valuation
Many small business owners with seasonal operations—like landscaping companies, ski resorts, or holiday retailers—believe their business is worth less simply because their revenues aren’t consistent year-round. This isn't always the case.

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


How To Explain a Valuation Report to Stakeholders
A business valuation report is packed with data, charts, formulas, and narrative—but for stakeholders, it’s often overwhelming. Whether you're presenting the report to a business partner, lender, investor, buyer, or board, your job is to translate the analysis into plain-English takeaways they can act on.

Miranda Kishel
May 23 min read


FAQ: Do I Need a Valuation If I'm Not Selling?
Short Answer: Yes—knowing your business value is essential, even if you're not selling.

Miranda Kishel
May 22 min read


What is Your Business Worth? Why Most Small Business Owners Undervalue Their Company
Many business owners fail to fully appreciate (or know) their company's value. This often stems from common mistakes and misconceptions about business valuation. In this article, we'll explore why most small business owners undervalue their company and how to avoid these pitfalls.

Miranda Kishel
May 23 min read


How to Value a Business with Inconsistent Revenue
Valuing a business with fluctuating income is one of the most common (and most complicated) challenges in small business valuation....

Miranda Kishel
May 23 min read


Myths About EBITDA That Hurt Your Business Value
When business owners talk about valuation, one term tends to dominate the conversation: EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes,...

Miranda Kishel
May 24 min read


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


Valuation for Litigation: When It’s Legally Required
When legal disputes involve a business, a valuation isn’t always optional—it’s often legally required. Whether you're facing a divorce, shareholder dispute, or economic damages case, the court may need an independent, defensible business valuation to determine damages, divide assets, or assess financial interests.

Miranda Kishel
May 23 min read


FAQ: Does Your Business Need a 409A Valuation?
409A valuations aren't just a formality—they're a requirement under IRS rules if your company is issuing stock options or other equity-based compensation.

Miranda Kishel
Apr 242 min read


Case Study: Business Valuation for a Heavy Equipment Rental Company
A heavy equipment rental business needed a valuation as a part of the owner's divorce proceedings. We helped.

Miranda Kishel
Feb 222 min read


Case Study: Business Valuation for an Assisted Living Facility
A family-owned assisted living facility wanted a valuation to support its strategic planning and a potential sale. We helped with that.

Miranda Kishel
Sep 21, 20242 min read
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