Two businesses. Same revenue. Same industry. One sells for $1 million. The other sells for $1.4 million. The difference has nothing to do with how hard the owners worked. It has everything to do with how buyers calculate value, and whether the owners understood that formula...
If you have been following the news, you have heard a lot about tariffs over the past year. Trade policy shifted rapidly in 2025 and has continued to evolve in 2026, with new legal challenges, changing rules, and ongoing uncertainty about what comes next. For business...
For many business owners, the question is not just if they will sell, but when. Deciding whether to sell now or wait can have a meaningful impact on both the value of the business and the outcome of the exit. As we move through 2026, market...
Many business owners try to figure out the value of their company on their own. It seems simple at first. You take your revenue, subtract your expenses, and review a few online tools. Some owners even ask other business owners for advice or search for...
Many business owners work hard to grow revenue and improve their profit and loss statement. These efforts matter, but they are only part of the valuation story. As we move into 2026, buyers are becoming more selective, and they are watching for risks that may...
As a business owner, you’re likely proud of the results you’ve achieved in the past, but when it comes to the value of your business, your future is critical. That’s why your growth potential is one of eight factors that drive the value of your business. One...
