Lion Estimate of Value
Discover your business’s Estimation of Value using this calculator.
To understand the specific valuation multiples buyers are paying in your industry, you will still need to review your results with an advisor at Lion Business Advisors., which also evaluates your Adjusted EBITDA and the core value drivers that business buyers look at.
*Valuation multiples vary widely by industry, and deal size. This calculator is designed to give you a directional estimate of value, not a formal valuation.
Step 1 of 2: Financial Input (Last Full Fiscal Year)
How We Calculate Adjusted EBITDA
In our financial recasting model, Adjusted EBITDA = Net Income + Depreciation & Amortization + Interest Expense + Owner Compensation + Total Owner Add-Backs.
Use figures from your last full fiscal year (not partial YTD) so the estimate reflects a complete operating period.
Adjustments Used in Our Recasting Model
Your calculated Adjusted EBITDA is:
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Step 2 of 2: Value Driver Questions
Select how professionally and accurately your financials are maintained, from informal spreadsheets to audited statements.
Choose the range that reflects how much of your revenue is predictable, contract- or subscription-based rather than one-time sales.
Indicate how reliant your business is on a few customers. The higher the percentage from one or two clients, the higher the risk.
Pick the level of dependence on you (or the owner) for key operations, sales, or relationships. Less dependency means a smoother transition to a buyer.
Select how well your operational processes are documented, repeatable, and able to run without constant owner involvement.
Choose the description that best reflects how differentiated your business is in the market, from commodity to unique market-leading niche.
Select the annual growth-rate range your revenue has achieved over the past three years. Growth is a strong signal for buyers.
Indicate how scalable your business is. Can it grow significantly without proportionally increasing overhead or owner involvement?
Choose the level that best describes how loyal and satisfied your customers are, including repeat purchases, referrals, and churn.
Select the range that represents your gross profit margin (sales minus direct costs) to reflect how efficiently you convert revenue into profit.
Indicate how consistent and forecastable your revenue is, from volatile swings to stable year-to-year performance.
Exit Readiness Score
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Early stage; significant preparation needed.
Lion Estimate of Value
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Based on a market multiple of - applied to your Adjusted EBITDA.
Lion Estimate of Business Valuation Results
These estimates use advanced algorithms but are generic in nature.They are intended to help you understand how buyers might view your business across a range of outcomes, not to serve as a formal business valuation. Actual multiples and pricing vary by industry and deal size. For an industry-specific view, it is important to review these numbers with an experienced M&A advisor.
Conservative
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Lower end of a reasonable market range, assuming risk-averse buyers and more conservative terms.
Average
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Highpoint of the likely range based on your current financials and value drivers, assuming a typical buyer profile and a market-standard deal structure
Optimistic
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Upper end of the range, assuming strong buyer demand and favorable deal structure, that rewards growth potential while managing risk
Based on your current Adjusted EBITDA of $0 and an Exit Readiness Score of 0, our indicative market value for your business is:
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This figure is based on an estimated market multiple of - applied to your Adjusted EBITDA. Conservative and optimistic scenarios above show low- and high-range checkpoints for your current EBITDA tier. Actual outcomes may vary by industry, buyer profile, and deal structure.
*This tool provides a directional estimate only. A formal business valuation requires a detailed review of your financial statements, industry dynamics, customer mix, contracts, and deal structure alternatives.
Email our team your Lion Estimate of Value summary and a Lion advisor will follow up to review how market multiples are currently behaving in your industry and what steps you can take to move toward the higher end of the range.
**General Disclaimer**
The Lion Estimate of Value calculator is provided for informational purposes only. The results generated by this tool are based on user-submitted financial information and generic market assumptions, and they do not represent a formal business valuation, appraisal, or opinion of value as defined by any professional standard. Actual business value depends on a detailed analysis of financial statements, industry dynamics, customer concentration, operational risk, growth outlook, buyer pool, due diligence findings, and current market conditions.
By using this calculator, you acknowledge that the output is a directional estimate and should not be relied upon for financial decisions, tax planning, lending, investment analysis, or any transaction involving the sale or transfer of a business. Lion Business Advisors makes no warranties regarding the accuracy or applicability of the estimate for your specific situation. For a precise valuation or advisory guidance, consult directly with a qualified advisor.
