Business Valuation Calculator
Get a preliminary estimate of your company's enterprise value based on industry benchmarks, financial performance, and key business characteristics.
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From a free quick estimate to a CFO-grade comprehensive valuation — select the package that matches your stage and goals.
Foundational Estimate
No cost or commitment
Quick preliminary estimate based on industry multiples and basic business metrics.
- Industry-based EBITDA multiple range
- Preliminary enterprise value estimate
- Key value driver summary
Best for: Curiosity or early-stage exploration
Use Free CalculatorMarket Benchmark Report
One-time fee
Streamlined financial review with industry comparisons and basic retirement-planning insights.
- Financial statement overview
- Industry comparable analysis
- SDE / EBITDA benchmarking
- Basic retirement planning insights
- PDF report delivered within 5 business days
Best for: Small businesses wanting a general benchmark
Request This PackageComprehensive Valuation
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Detailed analysis of financial statements, adjusted cash flow, and seller's discretionary earnings with industry comparables.
- 3-year financial normalization
- SDE and EBITDA adjustments
- Industry comparable transaction data
- Value driver assessment
- Market positioning insights
- Detailed PDF report with advisor notes
Best for: Serious sellers preparing for market
Request This PackageExecutive Valuation
CFO-grade analysis
Comprehensive breakdown including SDE, EBITDA, asset values, and debt-service coverage prepared by a valuation expert.
- Full SDE & EBITDA normalization
- Asset-based valuation approach
- Debt-service coverage analysis
- Market positioning & buyer landscape
- Exit-planning action plan
- Tax implications overview
- 1-hour advisory consultation included
Best for: Owners planning a near-term exit
Request This PackageInvestor-Ready Pitch Deck
Add-on or standalone
Business valuation summary plus a professionally designed, investor-ready pitch deck with financial projections.
- Business valuation summary
- Professionally designed pitch deck
- 2–10 year financial projections
- Market opportunity analysis
- Investment thesis narrative
- Delivered in PDF and editable format
Best for: Franchising, investment, or capital raise
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How the Business Valuation Calculator Works
This free business valuation calculator estimates your company's enterprise value using the same core method M&A advisors use. It applies an industry-specific multiple to your EBITDA (or seller's discretionary earnings), then adjusts that multiple up or down based on the characteristics buyers actually pay for — growth, recurring revenue, customer concentration, and how dependent the business is on you.
The Core Formula
Enterprise Value ≈ EBITDA × Adjusted Industry Multiple
The harder part is the multiple. Two businesses with identical earnings can be worth very different amounts depending on their risk profile and growth story. That is what the calculator's business-profile questions capture, and what a formal valuation analyzes in depth.
Industry EBITDA Multiples (2026)
Typical EBITDA multiple ranges for Florida lower-middle-market companies (roughly $3M–$50M in value). Where your business lands within its range depends on the value drivers below.
| Industry | Typical EBITDA Multiple |
|---|---|
| Technology & Software | 5.0x – 12.0x |
| Healthcare Services | 5.0x – 9.0x |
| HVAC & Mechanical | 4.0x – 7.0x |
| Manufacturing & Distribution | 3.5x – 6.5x |
| Construction & Engineering | 3.5x – 6.0x |
| Professional Services | 3.0x – 6.0x |
| Landscaping & Outdoor Services | 3.0x – 5.0x |
| Restaurants & Food Service | 2.5x – 4.5x |
Ranges are indicative of current Florida market conditions and vary by company size, deal structure, and buyer demand. For a precise figure, see our Florida business valuation guide.
What Affects Your Business's Value
Within any industry's multiple range, these six factors decide whether your business prices near the top or the bottom:
Recurring revenue
Contractual or repeat revenue is the single biggest premium driver. Buyers pay more for predictable cash flow they can count on after the sale.
Owner dependency
A business that runs without the owner day-to-day commands a higher multiple. If everything routes through you, buyers price in the risk.
Customer concentration
Heavy reliance on one or two clients drags value down. A diversified base where no customer exceeds ~15% of revenue is worth more.
Growth trajectory
Consistent, documented revenue and earnings growth earns a higher multiple. Flat or declining trends push it down.
Size and scale
Larger EBITDA generally commands higher multiples — bigger companies are seen as lower-risk and attract more buyers.
Operating history
An established track record of 5+ years reduces perceived risk and supports a stronger valuation.
How to Increase Your Valuation Before You Sell
Most owners can meaningfully raise their company's value in 12–36 months by working on the factors buyers reward:
- • Build a management layer so the business runs without you
- • Grow recurring or contracted revenue
- • Diversify your customer base so no client exceeds ~15% of revenue
- • Clean up financials with accrual-based books and normalized EBITDA
- • Document systems and standard operating procedures
- • Demonstrate two to three years of stable or growing earnings
Planning an exit? Our exit planning advisory helps Florida owners build value before going to market, and our guide to selling a business walks through the full process.
Calculator vs. a Formal Valuation
This tool gives you a fast, useful ballpark — but it is not a formal valuation. A defensible number that holds up with buyers and lenders requires a detailed review of your financial statements, EBITDA normalization, current market comparables, and an assessment of deal-specific factors. CBH Business Group provides comprehensive Broker's Opinions of Value for Florida companies valued $3M–$50M. Use the calculator to get oriented, then request a formal valuation when you're ready for a real number.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is a business valued?
Most lower-middle-market businesses are valued by applying an industry-specific multiple to EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) or seller’s discretionary earnings. The base multiple is then adjusted up or down for factors like recurring revenue, growth, customer concentration, and owner dependency. The result is an estimated enterprise value range.
What EBITDA multiple is my business worth?
It depends on your industry and company quality. In Florida’s lower-middle market, typical ranges run from about 2.5x for restaurants to 12x for high-growth software. Most service businesses fall between 3x and 7x. Strong recurring revenue, low owner dependency, and consistent growth push you toward the top of your industry’s range.
How accurate is an online business valuation calculator?
A calculator gives a reasonable ballpark range based on the inputs you provide, but it is not a formal valuation. Real enterprise value depends on a detailed review of your financial statements, EBITDA normalization, market conditions, deal structure, and buyer demand. Use the estimate as a starting point, then get a professional valuation before making decisions.
What is the difference between EBITDA and SDE?
EBITDA measures a company’s earnings independent of its owner and is used for larger businesses with management teams. Seller’s discretionary earnings (SDE) adds back the owner’s salary and perks, and is used for smaller, owner-operated businesses. Which one applies affects both the multiple and the resulting value.
How do I find out what my business is worth?
Start with the calculator above for an instant estimate, then request a formal Broker’s Opinion of Value. A formal valuation reviews your actual financials, normalizes earnings, applies current market comparables, and produces a defensible value range you can use to set an asking price.
Do I need a formal valuation to sell my business?
It is strongly recommended. A formal, defensible valuation helps you price correctly, supports negotiations with buyers, and prevents leaving money on the table or scaring off buyers with an unrealistic number. CBH Business Group provides comprehensive valuations for Florida companies valued $3M–$50M.