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Episode 139: S11E20 Understanding Business Valuation: From Net Income to Adjusted EBITDA

  • By holly-brezee
  • November 08, 2024
  • Season 11

Understanding Business Valuation: From Net Income to Adjusted EBITDA

Curious about how much your business is actually worth?
In this episode of The Blackletter Podcast, host Tom Dunlap is joined by valuation experts Sharon Heaton and Wright Lewis for an in-depth discussion on one of the most pressing questions for business owners: how much is your company worth? They break down the factors that influence valuation, such as industry norms, EBITDA, and the art and science behind determining the right multiple. The team explores the importance of networking capital, adjusted EBITDA, and the role of seller notes and earnouts in finalizing deals. Whether you’re preparing your business for sale or just curious about how valuations work, this episode offers essential insights to guide you through the process.

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