Business Valuation Calculator
Estimate what a small business is worth using SDE, EBITDA, and revenue multiples with industry-specific benchmarks.
Business Financials
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Rent, utilities, marketing, payroll (excl. owner)
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Health insurance, car, personal expenses
Valuation Breakdown
| Method | Base | Multiple | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SDE Multiple | $320,000 | 1.5x - 3.5x | $480,000 | $1,120,000 |
| EBITDA Multiple | $200,000 | 2.5x - 5.0x | $500,000 | $1,000,000 |
| Revenue Multiple | $1,000,000 | 0.4x - 1.0x | $400,000 | $1,000,000 |
Estimated Valuation Range
$470,000 - $1,060,000
Midpoint: $765,000
SDE (Seller's Discretionary Earnings)
$320,000
What the owner actually takes home
EBITDA
$200,000
Gross Margin
60.0%
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Business valuation for small businesses typically uses three methods:
- SDE Multiple: Best for owner-operated businesses under $5M. SDE adds back owner salary, perks, and one-time expenses to net income.
- EBITDA Multiple: Better for larger businesses with management in place. Excludes owner-specific add-backs.
- Revenue Multiple: Used when earnings are inconsistent or for high-growth businesses.
Multiples vary by industry, growth rate, customer concentration, and other risk factors.