Clean the financials first
Separate personal expenses, reconcile the books to tax returns, and produce consistent monthly statements. Buyers discount what they cannot verify.
Reduce dependency on yourself
Document processes, move customer relationships to team members, and hire or promote a manager. Owner independence is one of the largest single drivers of multiple.
Strengthen revenue quality
Put agreements in writing, introduce recurring service plans, and diversify away from concentrated customers. Predictable revenue is worth more than the same amount of unpredictable revenue.
Frequently asked questions
- How far ahead should I start preparing?
- Twelve to twenty-four months allows changes to show up in the financial history buyers will review.
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