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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

What Will You Grow In 2025?

What Will You Grow In 2025?By: Darrell Amy Published on: 26/11/2024

Healthy businesses grow. However, there are three distinct options for growth. As we step into a new season, with deregulation on the horizon and over $1.9 trillion in private capital waiting to be invested, the way we think about growth matters.

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What Will You Grow In 2025?

Understanding Buyer Motivation: The Key to Enhancing Your Company’s Valuation

Understanding Buyer Motivation: The Key to Enhancing Your Company’s ValuationBy: Darrell Amy Published on: 22/07/2024

In this article, we will explore different reasons someone might buy a company. These reasons span a spectrum of value, from low valuation to high valuation. Smart owners understand this and begin working today to set their company up for a high valuation.

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Understanding Buyer Motivation: The Key to Enhancing Your Company’s Valuation