One of the most common misconceptions among business owners preparing for a sale is that EBITDA alone determines valuation. While EBITDA is an important metric, sophisticated private equity investors and lenders view it as only the starting point in evaluating an acquisition opportunity. EBITDA is often described as a measure of operating profitability, but […]
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What Thousands of Closed Deals Tell Us About How Long It Really Takes to Sell a Business
If you’re currently searching for a business and you’ve reviewed multiple opportunities without making an offer, don’t assume you’re falling behind.
Why the Multiple Matters More Than Most Business Owners Realize
The goal is to create a business that is more attractive, more transferable, and less risky from a buyer’s perspective.
Will You Have to Carry a Seller Note? What Florida Sold Deals Actually Show
77% of these deals closed with the buyer paying essentially full price at closing — no seller note, no meaningful holdback.
What Is a Vacation Rental Property Management Company Worth in Florida?
Multiples are driven by cash flow quality, owner dependency, and contract transferability, not the rental type. Vacation rental operators sometimes carry richer margins due to higher management fee percentages, which can support a stronger SDE multiple at the same revenue size.