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Insights on valuations, due diligence, and small business acquisition intelligence.

• 2026 Example Business Valuations by Industry

  Worked math for SaaS, HVAC, healthcare, and manufacturing: earnings × 2026 multiples = implied EV.

• How ExitVelocity’s Free Valuation Calculator Works

  What you enter, what the engine computes, and how to turn a 60-second estimate into a defensible negotiation range.

• How AI Business Valuation Works (and When to Trust It)

  AI valuation is not a magic number — it is a structured blend of comps, cash-flow models, and data-quality scoring.

• SDE vs EBITDA: Which Metric Should You Value Your Business On?

  Buyers under $5M revenue usually price on SDE. Institutional buyers price on EBITDA. Here’s how to pick the right multiple.

• How to Value a Small Business — Valuation Methods Explained

  DCF, multiples, and practical steps for owners preparing to sell.

• Buyer Due Diligence Checklist for Small Business Acquisitions

  A structured checklist covering financial, legal, operational, and commercial review.

• How to Read an AI Business Valuation

  Confidence scores, ranges, and methodology notes — what actually matters.

• Five Diligence Red Flags Buyers Miss

  Warning signs hiding in cash flow, customer concentration, and owner dependency.