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SDE Multiples by Industry: A Comprehensive Guide

SDE multiples by industry show what buyers pay for a business based on Seller’s Discretionary Earnings, using real deal benchmarks to estimate value.

January 26, 2026

January 23, 2026

SDE Business Valuation: A Complete Guide

SDE business valuation measures owner-level cash flow and adjusts profit for owner pay, personal expenses, and one-time costs that won’t continue after a sale.

January 26, 2026

January 22, 2026

EBITDA vs Net Income: What Is the Difference

EBITDA shows operating profitability before interest, taxes, and non-cash costs, while net income is the true bottom-line profit after all expenses.

January 25, 2026

January 21, 2026

Adjusted EBITDA: Definition, Calculation, and Why It Matters

Adjusted EBITDA is a non‑GAAP metric that adjusts EBITDA for one-time, irregular, or owner-specific items to show normalized operating performance.

January 25, 2026

January 21, 2026

EBITDA Margin Explained: How to Calculate, Benchmarks, and Why It Matters

EBITDA margin shows what percentage of revenue becomes operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization.

January 22, 2026

January 20, 2026

What Is a Good EBITDA: A Complete Guide

EBITDA means earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. A good EBITDA depends on industry, margins, growth, and cash flow strength.

January 22, 2026

January 19, 2026

Business Broker Definition: What They Do and How They Work

A business broker handles valuation, confidential marketing, buyer screening, and negotiations to guide a business sale to closing.

January 22, 2026

January 17, 2026

What Does a Business Broker Do

A business broker manages valuation, confidential marketing, negotiations, due diligence, and closing to reduce risk and costly mistakes for buyers and sellers.

January 22, 2026

January 16, 2026

Capital Gains Tax on Selling a Business in the United States

Capital gains tax on selling a business generally applies to the profit: the sale price minus your adjusted basis.

January 20, 2026

January 16, 2026

Tax Implications of Selling a Business in the United States

Selling a business can trigger capital gains, ordinary income, depreciation recapture, and state taxes, all of which directly reduce your net proceeds.

January 20, 2026

January 15, 2026

How to Sell a Service Business

Selling a service business requires clean financials, documented processes, diversified clients, and low owner dependence to protect value and speed the sale.

January 18, 2026

January 14, 2026

How to Sell a Construction Company: A Complete Guide

Sell your construction business in 6–12 months by prepping docs, streamlining operations, securing clients, and maximizing transferable value.

January 11, 2026

January 13, 2026

Red Flags When Buying a Business

Buying a business is risky without due diligence. Spot red flags like missing financials, hidden liabilities, customer concentration, and weak operations early.

January 11, 2026

January 12, 2026

What Buyers Look for When Buying a Business

Buyers seek businesses with predictable cash flow, clean financials, and transferable operations to reduce risk and boost investment value.

January 11, 2026

January 12, 2026

SDE vs EBITDA: What Do They Mean for Your Business

SDE shows total cash an owner-operator can take home, adding back owner pay and perks. EBITDA shows normalized operating earnings for buyer comparison.

January 10, 2026

January 11, 2026

What Is SDE in Business

SDE in business is a straightforward way to show total owner benefit for many small to mid-sized firms.

January 10, 2026

January 11, 2026

Rule-of-Thumb Business Valuation

Rule‑of‑Thumb business valuation quickly estimates a company’s worth using simple multiples of SDE, EBITDA/EBIT, or annual revenue.

January 10, 2026

Business Valuation for Exit Strategy

Business valuation for an exit strategy assesses your company’s current worth to guide a future sale or ownership transition effectively.

January 10, 2026

The Process of Selling a Business

The process of selling a business involves valuing, preparing, marketing, and negotiating to transfer ownership smoothly and maximize value.

January 10, 2026

January 9, 2026

The Process of Selling a Company

Selling a company means valuing, preparing, marketing, and negotiating to transfer ownership through a structured process.

January 9, 2026

How to Sell a Business Without a Broker

Selling a business without a broker means handling valuation, marketing, negotiations, and closing yourself, with full control over the entire process.

January 7, 2026

January 8, 2026

How Much Do Brokers Charge to Sell a Business in the United States

Typical U.S. commissions that brokers charge to sell a business range from 5% to 15%, with many smaller deals clustering near 10%.

January 7, 2026

January 8, 2026

Should I Use a Broker to Sell My Business

Using a broker adds buyers and pricing support, reducing risk and protecting confidentiality. Selling solo saves fees but raises pricing, reach, and legal risks.

January 7, 2026

A Checklist for Selling a Business

Selling a business involves valuation, financial cleanup, legal and tax readiness, buyer vetting, negotiation, and a smooth ownership transition.

January 5, 2026

January 7, 2026

How Much Can You Sell a Business for in the United States

In the United States, sales outcomes span from several hundred thousand dollars to many billions, depending on size, growth, and market position.

January 5, 2026

How Long Does It Take to Sell a Company

Selling a company in the U.S. usually takes around 10–12 months, though timelines vary from weeks to over a year based on preparation and buyer readiness.

January 5, 2026

Buyer-Side Advisory: Why Serious Buyers Choose to Work With Us

Buyer-side advisory protects buyers in complex deals, ensuring real value, spotting hidden risks, and preventing overpayment before signing.

January 4, 2026

Elite Exit Advisors is an exit planning, valuation maximization, and business brokerage firm serving owners of established businesses, particularly in construction, trades, home services and operationally complex online industries. We help owners understand what their business is really worth, identify what drives or limits valuation, and make smart decisions around timing, structure, and readiness for a future sale. Whether an owner is considering an exit soon or simply wants to build a stronger, more valuable company, our work is focused on clarity, preparation, and maximizing the outcome when it matters most.