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How To Break the $20M Barrier to Maximize Valuation

How To Break the $20M Barrier to Maximize ValuationBy: Darrell Amy Published on: 07/01/2025

As a rule-of-thumb, companies with under $20M in revenue tend to get discounted offers from potential buyers. The reason is simple: smaller companies carry higher risk for a buyer. To hedge that risk, buyers typically offer lower multiples.

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How To Break the $20M Barrier to Maximize Valuation