Business Valuation Calculator
Value a business on earnings multiples.
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Results
- Estimated value
- $526,000.00
- Enterprise value
- $576,000.00
- Multiple applied
- 3.2×
- Net debt adjustment
- -$50,000.00
Quick answer
Small businesses are commonly valued at a multiple of adjusted earnings, plus cash minus debt.
Value = earnings × multiple + cash − debt
How to use the Business Valuation Calculator
- 1Enter adjusted earnings (add back owner perks).
- 2Choose a multiple from comparable sales.
- 3Adjust for cash and debt.
Frequently asked questions
What multiple applies?
2–4× SDE for owner-operated small businesses; higher for recurring revenue.
Why adjust earnings?
Buyers value the profit a new owner would see, not owner-specific expenses.