Definitive Guides to Business Valuation
Deep-dive resources on valuation methodology, private market alpha, and the metrics that matter for buying, selling, or advising on private businesses.
How to Value a Startup: Methods That Actually Work
A practical guide to valuing a startup at any stage: why earnings multiples and DCF break down, and how to use Scorecard, Berkus, the VC method, revenue multiples, comparable rounds, and scenario-weighted First Chicago to reach a defensible range.
How to Value a Limited Company (LLC / Ltd): A Practical Guide
A step-by-step guide to valuing a private limited company: normalize the P&L with owner add-backs, bridge from enterprise to equity value with net debt, run DCF, comps, and the asset floor, then apply minority and marketability discounts and reconcile into a defensible range.
How to Value a Business: A Step-by-Step Guide
A practical, step-by-step guide to valuing a business: recast the financials, pick the right methods, run DCF, comps, and the asset floor, then reconcile into a defensible range.
SBA 7(a) Business Valuation Requirements: The Complete 2026 Guide
Everything ETA buyers and sellers need to know about SBA 7(a) business valuation requirements under SOP 50 10 8 - the $250,000 independent appraisal threshold, who qualifies to perform the valuation, accepted methods, costs, and timelines.
Free Business Valuation Calculator - How It Works and How to Use It
Free business valuation calculator powered by 12,700+ SMB comps. Get a VA Index in under a minute - bear, base, and bull estimates with a confidence score. No signup, no credit card.
What Is Alpha in Private Business? The Five Sources of Excess Returns
Alpha in private markets is excess return above a benchmark. Five sources: information asymmetry, operational improvements, multiple arbitrage, valuation gaps, and roll-ups.