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Review the history
We typically look at three years of Profit & Loss statements to understand profitability, trends, and consistency.
Complimentary Business Value Estimate
Where is the hidden value in your
valuation?
Real-World Value is a practical estimate of what your business would command in today’s market—grounded in adjusted earnings, market context, and the factors buyers actually consider. We also look for value-add opportunities that can immediately increase your valuation.
How we get there
A clear view of what a buyer is actually buying.
Your tax return or P&L does not always tell the whole story. We look beyond the bottom line to understand the business the way a prospective buyer is likely to evaluate it.
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Make acceptable adjustments
We identify legitimate owner-related, non-recurring, or other expenses a buyer may not reasonably expect to continue.
3
Look for value opportunities
We look for sustainable expense savings or improvements that may strengthen the earnings a buyer is purchasing.
4
Apply market context
We consider the market multiples and other factors buyers typically use when evaluating businesses like yours.
2 – 5×
Potential value impact of a saved dollar of expense, depending on the industry's applicable multiple.
Saving a dollar can be worth more than a dollar.
If we identify $1 of legitimate expense savings or an acceptable adjustment, that $1 may increase the business value by $2–$5, because buyers typically apply a multiple to earnings.
What you receive
A practical starting point.
Your Real-World Value Estimate
A straightforward estimate of what your business may be worth to a buyer today, along with perspective on the financial factors that are helping—or limiting—that value.
You do not have to be ready to sell.
Whether a transition is around the corner, several years away, or not yet on your radar, understanding your value today can help you make better decisions about what to do next.
Complimentary & confidential
Know what you’ve built.
Paulson Exchange helps small and mid-sized business owners understand, prepare, and transition their businesses to new ownership with care.