Capitalizing an asset means recording it as a long-term investment on the balance sheet rather than treating it as an expense on the income statement. This applies to leased equipment, machinery, vehicles, or other assets that a company acquires under…
Depreciation: Owner’s Financial Statement vs. Recast (Economic) Financial Statement Depreciation appears on both an owner’s financial statement and a recast (economic) financial statement, but its purpose and impact differ depending on the context. 1. Depreciation on the Owner’s Financial Statement…
Preparing for a Business Exit: Why Financial Presentation Matters As a business owner, planning your business exit is essential—even if it’s years away. While I’m not a financial advisor or accountant, my two decades of experience as a Florida Business…
Don’t Let Mother Nature and Father Time Determine Your Business’s Future If you own a construction, engineering, or environmental company, there’s one truth you can’t escape: no one can run their business forever. Whether you feel invincible today or believe…
Working capital is a critical component when buying or selling a business because it ensures that the company has enough short-term assets to cover its short-term liabilities. When calculating working capital during a business transaction, here’s how it’s typically done:…
What Does It Mean to Value My Business? A business valuation determines what your business is worth in today’s market. It involves analyzing financial data, operational efficiency, and external market trends. Proper valuation helps business owners understand their…
How to Maximize the Value of Your HVAC Business Before Selling Are you considering selling your HVAC business? If so, you might be asking yourself, “How do I sell my business at the best price?” Like many owners, you’ve worked hard to…
Why Your Medical Billing Business Could Trump Others in the Market If you’re a medical billing company owner contemplating the future, you may be asking, “How can I make my business stand out to potential buyers?” or “Is now the…
Maximizing the Value of Your Construction Business: What Every Owner Should Know Are you a construction business owner wondering, “How can I get the best price for my business?” or “Can I really sell my business at a price that…
Based on SOLD TRANSACTIONS SUMMARY FOR ROOFING COMPANIES Statistic Transactions Min Max Mean Median Variation Sales Price 8 $450,000 $4,500,000 $1,925,000 $1,650,000 N/A Annual Gross Revenue 8 $2,500,000 $8,000,000 $5,000,000 $4,500,000 N/A Seller’s Disc. Earnings (SDE) 8 $325,000 $1,400,000 $700,000…
How to Value My HVAC Business for Sale: Understanding SDE, EBITDA, and Market Multiples If you’re looking to sell an HVAC business, understanding key valuation metrics such as Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE) and Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization…
When selling a construction company—whether it’s an HVAC, plumbing, roofing, or electrical contracting company—being prepared for the due diligence process is key to ensuring a successful and smooth transaction. Due diligence is when the buyer examines the business from top…