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How Much Is My Business Worth? A Complete Valuation Guide for Australian Business Owners
Learn how to calculate what your business is worth. This guide covers revenue multiples, EBITDA multiples, DCF analysis, and the key factors that drive business value in Australia.
Read →Guides · 3 September 2026
Quality of Earnings Reports When Selling a Business in Australia
A quality of earnings report (QoE) is the financial deep-dive a buyer runs on your numbers during due diligence. Here's what it looks at, why sellers should want one first, and how it affects your deal.
Read →Valuation · 2 September 2026
How Much Is My Winery Worth in Australia?
Australian winery businesses typically sell for 3x to 6x normalised EBITDA, but the number depends on whether you separate the land from the trading business — and most owners don't. Here's how winery valuations actually work.
Read →Valuation · 1 September 2026
How Much Is My Occupational Therapy Practice Worth in Australia?
Occupational therapy practices in Australia typically sell at 2x–5x normalised EBITDA. What drives your multiple up or down, how NDIS revenue is valued, and what buyers actually pay in 2024–25.
Read →Guides · 31 August 2026
Selling a Business With Debt in Australia: What Happens to Your Loans and Liabilities
Most Australian SME owners carry some debt when they sell. Here's exactly what happens to equipment finance, ATO debt, trade creditors, and personal guarantees when you go to market — and what it means for your sale price.
Read →Guides · 28 August 2026
What Is a Data Room When Selling a Business in Australia?
A data room is the secure document repository buyers access during due diligence. Here's what to include, when to set it up, and why a cluttered Dropbox folder costs you money.
Read →Valuation · 27 August 2026
How Much Is My Painting Business Worth in Australia?
Painting businesses in Australia typically sell for 1.5x to 3.5x EBITDA, but the spread between a sole trader with a sprayer and a commercial painting firm with eight painters on the books is enormous. Here's what drives the difference.
Read →Valuation · 26 August 2026
How Much Does a Business Valuation Cost in Australia?
A formal business valuation in Australia costs between $2,000 and $30,000+, depending on what type you need and why. Here's what drives the price — and when you actually need one.
Read →Guides · 25 August 2026
Selling a Business Held in a Family Trust in Australia: A Practical Guide
If your business is owned by a family trust, here's how the sale actually works — who signs the contract, how CGT flows through to beneficiaries, and how to access the small business concessions that can reduce your tax bill to near zero.
Read →Valuation · 24 August 2026
How Much Is My Solar Installation Business Worth in Australia?
Solar installation businesses in Australia typically sell for 2.5x to 5.5x normalised EBITDA. The spread is wide — and the factors that drive it higher are mostly within your control. Here's what buyers are actually pricing.
Read →Guides · 21 August 2026
What to Disclose When Selling a Business in Australia
Seller disclosure obligations in Australia aren't uniform — they vary by state, deal size, and deal structure. Here's what you're legally required to tell a buyer, what you should tell them anyway, and what happens when you don't.
Read →Guides · 20 August 2026
Selling a Distressed Business in Australia: What It's Worth and How to Exit Well
Selling a distressed business in Australia is possible — but the process, valuation, and buyer pool are completely different. Here's what to expect and how to protect what you can.
Read →Guides · 19 August 2026
Vendor Finance When Selling a Business in Australia: What Sellers Need to Know
Vendor finance lets you sell your business and act as the bank — lending the buyer part of the purchase price. Here's when it makes sense, how to structure it safely, and the risks most sellers don't see coming.
Read →Valuation · 18 August 2026
How Much Is My Printing Business Worth? A Valuation Guide for Australian Operators
Australian printing businesses sell for 1.5x to 4x EBITDA — but the gap between a trade print shop and a packaging specialist is enormous. Here's what drives your multiple and what buyers actually pay.
Read →Guides · 17 August 2026
Selling a Business in Perth: What WA Owners Need to Know
A practical guide for Perth and WA business owners thinking about a sale. Covers valuation, finding buyers, confidentiality in a small-city market, and tax — with specific details on what makes WA different.
Read →Guides · 14 August 2026
How to Tell Your Staff You're Selling Your Business in Australia
The staff conversation is the one Australian business owners dread most. Here's when to tell them, who gets told first, what to say, and how to stop a leak from killing your deal.
Read →Guides · 13 August 2026
Business Exit Planning in Australia: The SME Owner's Guide
How to plan your business exit 3–5 years before you sell, the exit options available to Australian SME owners, and what actually determines whether you get the price you're expecting.
Read →Valuation · 12 August 2026
How Much Is My Swimming Pool Business Worth in Australia?
Australian swimming pool businesses — maintenance rounds, pool shops, and construction — typically sell for 2x to 3.5x EBITDA. But the type of business you run matters enormously. Here's what actually drives the number.
Read →Valuation · 11 August 2026
How Much Is My RTO Worth in Australia?
Australian RTOs typically sell for 2x–5x normalised EBITDA, depending on revenue model, ASQA compliance history, and government funding exposure. Here's how the numbers actually work — and what moves your multiple up or down.
Read →Valuation · 10 August 2026
How Much Is My Self-Storage Business Worth in Australia?
Self-storage businesses in Australia sell on a cap rate of 7–10% applied to net operating income, or 4–8x EBITDA depending on land ownership and facility quality. Here's how the valuation actually works.
Read →Valuation · 6 August 2026
How Much Is My Agriculture Business Worth in Australia?
Australian agriculture businesses typically sell for 2x–4x normalised EBITDA, but the land, water rights, and commodity cycles make agribusiness valuation genuinely different from other sectors. Here's how the number gets made.
Read →M&A · 5 August 2026
How to Run a Business Sale Process in Australia
A practical guide to running a structured business sale process in Australia — from preparation through to settlement, including how to create competitive tension between buyers and avoid the mistakes that destroy deal value.
Read →Guides · 4 August 2026
Warranties and Indemnities When Selling a Business in Australia
What warranties and indemnities actually mean when you sell a business, how they differ, what typical Australian sale contracts require, and how to protect yourself with caps, time limits, and W&I insurance.
Read →Valuation · 3 August 2026
How Much Is My Waste Management Business Worth in Australia?
Australian waste management businesses sell for 4x to 8x EBITDA depending on route density, contracts, and disposal access. Here's how to understand your number — and what moves it.
Read →Valuation · 31 July 2026
How Much Is My Roofing Business Worth? Australian Valuation Guide
Australian roofing businesses typically sell for 2x to 4x EBITDA — but the range is wide. Here's what drives value up, what quietly kills it, and what buyers actually pay in today's market.
Read →Valuation · 30 July 2026
How Much Is My Tree Services Business Worth in Australia?
A practical guide to valuing an arborist or tree lopping business in Australia — EBITDA multiples by business type, what council contracts and recurring work do to your number, and what buyers actually look for before making an offer.
Read →Guides · 29 July 2026
Selling a Business That Owns Commercial Property in Australia
If your business owns the premises it operates from, the sale gets more complex — and potentially more lucrative. Here's how to handle the property question, from CGT concessions to SMSF strategies and what buyers actually want.
Read →Guides · 28 July 2026
What to Do With Money After Selling Your Business in Australia
Sold your business? Before the proceeds hit your account, you need a plan — tax, super, investment, and the decisions that actually matter in the first 90 days after settlement.
Read →Valuation · 27 July 2026
How Much Is My Bookkeeping Business Worth in Australia?
Bookkeeping businesses in Australia typically sell for 1.5x to 3.5x annual revenue or 2x to 4x EBITDA — but the spread is enormous depending on client stickiness, technology, and how much the business runs without you.
Read →Valuation · 24 July 2026
How Much Is My Car Wash Worth? A Valuation Guide for Australian Car Wash Owners
Car washes in Australia sell for 3x to 5x EBITDA — but the type of wash, whether you own the site, and your water licence status can shift that number dramatically. Here's what drives the difference.
Read →Valuation · 23 July 2026
How Much Is My Catering Business Worth in Australia?
Australian catering businesses typically sell for 2x–4x SDE, but the multiple depends heavily on your revenue mix. Corporate contracts, event work, and institutional catering are valued very differently. Here's how to work out your number.
Read →Guides · 22 July 2026
Key Person Risk When Selling a Business in Australia: What It Costs and How to Fix It
Key person risk can cut your business sale price by 20–40% or kill a deal entirely. Here's how Australian SME owners can identify it, understand the valuation discount, and fix it before going to market.
Read →Guides · 21 July 2026
How to Exit a Business Partnership in Australia: A Practical Guide
Exiting a business partnership in Australia means buying out your partner, selling your share, or winding up. Here's how each path works, how your share is priced, and what to watch for.
Read →Guides · 20 July 2026
Receiving an Unsolicited Offer to Buy Your Business in Australia: What to Do Next
A buyer has approached you out of the blue. Before you respond, there are things Australian business owners need to understand about proprietary deals, valuation gaps, and how to protect your leverage.
Read →Valuation · 17 July 2026
How Much Is My Air Conditioning Business Worth in Australia?
Air conditioning businesses in Australia typically sell for 3x to 5.5x EBITDA, but the spread is wide. Here's what drives the difference — and what you can do about it before going to market.
Read →Valuation · 16 July 2026
How Much Is My Podiatry Practice Worth in Australia?
Podiatry practices in Australia typically sell for 1.5–3x SDE for solo clinics or 3–5x EBITDA for multi-practitioner groups. Here's what actually drives your valuation — and why your NDIS, DVA and aged care revenue mix matters more than most owners expect.
Read →Valuation · 15 July 2026
How Much Is My Speech Pathology Practice Worth in Australia?
Australian speech pathology practices sell for 2x to 5x EBITDA depending on clinician count, NDIS registration, and owner dependency. Here's how valuations work and what drives your sale price.
Read →Valuation · 14 July 2026
How Much Is My Motel Worth in Australia? A Valuation Guide for Sellers
Australian motels sell for $400,000 to $6 million depending on whether you own the land, your occupancy rate, and where you sit on the highway. Here's how motel valuations actually work — and what moves the number.
Read →Valuation · 13 July 2026
How Much Is My SaaS Business Worth in Australia?
Australian SaaS businesses typically sell for 2x–6x ARR, with the multiple driven by growth rate, churn, and net revenue retention. Here's how valuation actually works — and what separates a premium exit from a disappointing one.
Read →Guides · 10 July 2026
How to Sell a Business Without a Broker in Australia
Australian business owners can legally sell without a broker — but whether that's the right call depends on your business size. Here's how private sales actually work, where they fail, and what to use instead.
Read →Guides · 9 July 2026
Vendor Due Diligence When Selling a Business in Australia: What It Is and Why You Need It
Vendor due diligence is the pre-sale audit you commission before going to market. Learn what it covers, what it costs, who needs it, and how it protects your sale price in Australia.
Read →Guides · 8 July 2026
Selling Your Business to a Competitor in Australia: Risks, Premiums, and How to Get It Right
Selling to a competitor can deliver a 10–30% premium over financial buyers — or hand them your customer list for free. Learn how Australian business owners navigate competitor sales without losing leverage.
Read →Guides · 7 July 2026
What Happens to Your Business Lease When You Sell in Australia
When you sell a business with leased premises, the lease must transfer to the buyer. Here's how lease assignment works in Australia, what landlords can and can't do, and how to avoid the deals that fall over on this issue.
Read →Valuation · 6 July 2026
How Much Is My Chiropractic Practice Worth in Australia?
Chiropractic practices in Australia typically sell for 1.5–3x SDE for solo clinics, or 3–5x EBITDA for multi-practitioner groups. Here's what actually drives your number — and the owner-dependency problem that quietly reduces most valuations.
Read →Valuation · 3 July 2026
How Much Is My Real Estate Agency Worth in Australia?
A real estate sales agency in Australia is valued at 0.5x to 1.5x annual gross commission income, plus a separate multiple for any rent roll. Here's how the numbers work, what drives your multiple, and why agent dependency matters more than your GCI.
Read →Valuation · 2 July 2026
How Much Is My Earthmoving Business Worth in Australia?
Australian earthmoving businesses typically sell for 2.5–4.5x normalised EBITDA. Learn what drives your multiple, how equipment debt affects your payout, and what buyers actually look for in a civil contracting business.
Read →Valuation · 1 July 2026
How Much Is My Psychology Practice Worth in Australia?
Psychology practices in Australia sell for 3x–5x EBITDA, with NDIS-registered group practices attracting the top multiples. Here's what actually drives the number — and what kills it.
Read →Valuation · 30 June 2026
How Much Is My Insurance Brokerage Worth in Australia?
Insurance brokerages in Australia sell for 5–9x EBITDA or 1.0–1.5x gross commission income. Here's what drives your multiple — renewal quality, carrier concentration, key person risk, and who's actively buying right now.
Read →Guides · 29 June 2026
Selling Your Business to Private Equity in Australia: What SME Owners Need to Know
Thinking about selling to private equity in Australia? Learn what PE firms want, how the process works, what EBITDA you need, and how a PE deal compares to a trade sale — before you go to market.
Read →Valuation · 26 June 2026
How Much Is My Labour Hire Business Worth in Australia?
Labour hire businesses in Australia typically sell for 2.5x to 5.5x EBITDA — but the spread is wide, and thin margins mean revenue is almost meaningless. Here's how buyers actually value labour hire, what discounts the price, and what you can control.
Read →Valuation · 25 June 2026
How Much Is My Beauty Salon Worth in Australia? A Realistic Valuation Guide
Most Australian beauty salon owners overestimate what their business is worth. Here's what actually drives the sale price -- SDE multiples, lease terms, and the client retention numbers buyers actually look at.
Read →Guides · 24 June 2026
How to Sell a Trade Business in Australia
Trade businesses — electrical, plumbing, construction, landscaping — sell for 2x to 4x EBITDA in Australia, but most owners leave money on the table by not preparing early enough. Here's what actually matters.
Read →Valuation · 23 June 2026
EBITDA Multiples by Industry in Australia: What Your Business Is Really Worth
Australian EBITDA multiples by industry for SME owners — from trade businesses at 2.5–4x to healthcare at 4–7x. What drives your number up or down, and how to use this before you sell.
Read →Guides · 22 June 2026
How to Negotiate the Sale Price of Your Business in Australia
A practical guide to negotiating the best price when selling your Australian business. Learn what buyers always try to chip, how to defend your number, and why a competitive process beats any single negotiation tactic.
Read →Guides · 19 June 2026
Heads of Agreement When Selling a Business in Australia
A heads of agreement sets out the key commercial terms before you sign a formal contract when selling your business. Here's what should be in it, what's actually binding, and the clauses that catch sellers out.
Read →Valuation · 18 June 2026
How Much Is My Smash Repair Business Worth in Australia? A Realistic Valuation Guide
Australian smash repair businesses sell for 2x to 4x EBITDA — but the gap between those numbers is almost entirely explained by your insurer panel relationships and whether your technicians stay when you leave.
Read →Valuation · 17 June 2026
How Much Is My Medical Practice Worth in Australia? A GP Clinic Valuation Guide
Australian GP practices typically sell for 3–6x normalised EBIT, but the range is wide and most owner-doctors don't know where they sit. Here's how the calculation actually works — and what kills value before you ever talk to a buyer.
Read →Guides · 16 June 2026
Management Buyouts When Selling Your Australian Business: What Sellers Need to Know
A management buyout lets your existing management team buy your business — a clean, private exit that avoids a public sale process. Here's how MBOs work in Australia, how they're financed, and what sellers need to watch out for.
Read →Valuation · 15 June 2026
How Much Is My Property Management Business Worth in Australia?
Property management businesses in Australia are primarily valued on their rent roll — typically 2x to 3.5x annual management fee income. Here's how the numbers actually work, what lifts or kills your multiple, and whether to sell the roll or the whole agency.
Read →Guides · 12 June 2026
How to Sell Your Business Confidentially in Australia
Selling a business confidentially in Australia means using blind advertising, staged disclosure, and properly drafted NDAs to protect staff, customers, and deal value. Here's exactly how it works.
Read →Guides · 11 June 2026
Business Broker Fees in Australia: What They Charge and Whether It's Worth It
Australian business brokers typically charge 5–12% commission plus upfront fees. Here's exactly what you'll pay at different deal sizes, what's included, and when a corporate advisor is the better fit.
Read →Valuation · 10 June 2026
How Much Is My Marketing Agency Worth in Australia?
Marketing agencies in Australia typically sell for 4× to 7× EBITDA — but the spread between top and bottom of that range is enormous. Retainer revenue, client concentration, and founder dependency are what move the multiple.
Read →Guides · 9 June 2026
Information Memorandum When Selling a Business: What It Is, What to Include, and How to Get It Right
An information memorandum is the central document in any business sale. Here's what an IM contains, how long it should be, who should write it, and the mistakes that turn serious buyers cold.
Read →Valuation · 8 June 2026
How Much Is My Hotel Worth in Australia?
Australian hotels typically sell for 5–8x EBITDA or $100K–$350K per room, depending on location, trading history, and whether you own the freehold. Here's how hotel valuations actually work.
Read →Valuation · 5 June 2026
How Much Is My Optometry Practice Worth in Australia?
Australian optometry practices typically sell for 40–70% of annual gross fees or 2–4x EBITDA. Here's how valuations actually work — and what separates a strong exit from a disappointing one.
Read →Valuation · 4 June 2026
How Much Is My Bakery Worth in Australia? A Realistic Valuation Guide
Australian retail bakeries sell for 1.5x to 2.5x SDE — but a wholesale contract book can push that to 4x. Here's what actually drives your bakery's value and what to fix before you go to market.
Read →Guides · 3 June 2026
Restraint of Trade Clauses When Selling Your Business in Australia: What Sellers Need to Know
A restraint of trade clause is standard in every Australian business sale — but standard doesn't mean you should sign whatever the buyer drafts. Here's what sellers need to know before agreeing.
Read →Guides · 2 June 2026
How to Sell a Family Business in Australia: A Practical Guide
Selling a family business in Australia involves more than the standard M&A process — there are succession decisions, family agreements, CGT concessions, and dynamics that can derail even well-priced deals. Here's how to navigate it.
Read →Valuation · 1 June 2026
How Much Is My Law Firm Worth in Australia?
Australian law firms typically sell for 0.5x to 1.5x annual gross fees, but practice type, location, and key person dependency shift the real number dramatically. Here's how the valuation actually works.
Read →Guides · 29 May 2026
How to Find a Buyer for Your Business in Australia
Finding a buyer for your Australian business is a structured process, not a lucky break. Here's how to identify the right buyer type, market confidentially, and run a sale process that actually works.
Read →Guides · 28 May 2026
When Is the Right Time to Sell Your Business in Australia?
The right time to sell your business is almost always earlier than you expect. Here's how to read the signals — financial, personal, and market-level — and why most Australian SME owners time their exit wrong.
Read →Valuation · 27 May 2026
How Much Is My Engineering Business Worth in Australia?
Engineering businesses in Australia typically sell for 3x to 5x EBITDA. This guide explains the multiples, what drives them up or down, and the key person problem that catches most engineering firm owners by surprise.
Read →Guides · 26 May 2026
Vendor Finance When Selling a Business in Australia: Should You Offer It?
Vendor finance lets you sell faster and often at a higher price — by acting as the bank for part of the deal. Here's when it works, when it doesn't, and how to protect yourself if you offer it.
Read →Valuation · 25 May 2026
How Much Is My Security Business Worth in Australia?
Australian security businesses sell for 2x to 5x EBITDA — but guarding companies, electronic security installers, and monitoring businesses are valued very differently. Here's how each sub-sector is priced and what moves your multiple.
Read →Valuation · 22 May 2026
How Much Is My Caravan Park Worth in Australia?
Australian caravan parks sell for 4x to 10x EBITDA if you own the land, and considerably less if you don't. Here's how caravan park valuations actually work — the multiples, what drives them, and what the institutional buyers are currently paying.
Read →Guides · 21 May 2026
Working Capital Adjustments When Selling a Business: What Australian Sellers Get Wrong
A working capital adjustment can add or subtract six figures from your sale price after the deal is agreed. Here's how the peg works, what's included, and how Australian sellers can negotiate it properly.
Read →Valuation · 20 May 2026
How Much Is My Pest Control Business Worth? A Valuation Guide for Australian Operators
Pest control businesses in Australia sell for 2x to 4x EBITDA — but the gap between a sole operator with a ute full of gear and a systemised commercial operation is enormous. Here's what drives the difference.
Read →Valuation · 19 May 2026
How Much Is My Franchise Business Worth in Australia?
Franchise businesses in Australia typically sell for 2–4x EBITDA, though brand strength, remaining agreement term, and franchisor approval all move the number. Here's how franchise resale valuations actually work.
Read →Valuation · 18 May 2026
How Much Is My Financial Planning Business Worth in Australia?
A financial planning practice in Australia is valued on its recurring revenue — typically 2x to 3x annual fees for quality investment books, less for ageing or risk-heavy books. Here's how the multiples actually work, who's buying, and what moves the number.
Read →Valuation · 15 May 2026
How Much Is My Cafe Worth in Australia? A Realistic Valuation Guide
Most Australian cafe owners overestimate their cafe's value by 40-60%. Here's what actually determines a cafe's sale price -- from SDE multiples to lease terms -- and the numbers you need to know before you sell.
Read →Valuation · 14 May 2026
How Much Is My Recruitment Agency Worth in Australia?
Recruitment agencies in Australia sell for 3x to 7x EBITDA — but only if you're not the reason clients stay. Here's how buyers value perm vs. contract desks, what discounts them, and what the real numbers look like.
Read →Valuation · 13 May 2026
How Much Is My Hair Salon Worth in Australia?
Australian hair salons typically sell for 1.5x to 3x annual seller's discretionary earnings. But the real number depends on your lease, your client retention, and whether the business can survive without you behind the chair.
Read →Guides · 12 May 2026
EBITDA Add-Backs When Selling a Business in Australia: What Gets Added Back and Why It Matters
Add-backs can add hundreds of thousands to your sale price — or blow up a deal if they're not credible. Here's what every Australian business owner needs to know about normalising EBITDA before going to market.
Read →Valuation · 11 May 2026
How Much Is My Mortgage Broking Business Worth in Australia?
A mortgage broking business is valued on its trail book, not its turnover. Here's what Australian brokers actually sell for -- trail multiples, EBITDA, key person risk, and who's buying.
Read →Valuation · 8 May 2026
How Much Is My Mechanic Workshop Worth? A Valuation Guide for Australian Workshop Owners
Mechanic workshops in Australia sell for 2x to 4.5x EBITDA — but the gap between a sole-operator with two bays and a fleet-servicing workshop with eight technicians is enormous. Here's what drives the difference.
Read →Valuation · 7 May 2026
How Much Is My Physiotherapy Practice Worth in Australia?
Physiotherapy practices in Australia typically sell for 2–4x EBITDA. Multi-practitioner clinics with strong NDIS and WorkCover books can push to 5x. Here's how buyers actually value physio businesses — and what separates a strong exit from a disappointing one.
Read →Guides · 6 May 2026
Earn-Out Agreements When Selling a Business in Australia: What You Need to Know
An earn-out is a deferred payment tied to future business performance — common in Australian SME sales. Here's how they work, when to accept one, what the tax treatment looks like, and the clauses you need to negotiate carefully.
Read →Valuation · 5 May 2026
How Much Is My Mining Services Business Worth? The WA Reality Check
Mining services businesses in Australia sell for 3x to 6x EBITDA — but the range is wide and the variables are industry-specific. Contract backlog, client concentration, equipment debt, and where we are in the commodity cycle all matter more here than in most sectors.
Read →Valuation · 4 May 2026
How Much Is My Landscaping Business Worth? A Valuation Guide for Australian Operators
Australian landscaping businesses sell for 2x to 4.5x EBITDA — but the gap between a sole-operator mowing run and a commercial maintenance business is enormous. Here's what drives the difference, and where most owners get it wrong.
Read →Valuation · 1 May 2026
How Much Is My Accounting Practice Worth in Australia?
Australian accounting practices typically sell for 0.8x–1.4x gross recurring fees or 3–5x EBIT. Here's how valuations actually work — and what separates a premium sale from a disappointing one.
Read →Valuation · 29 April 2026
How Much Is My Aged Care Business Worth? A Valuation Guide for Australian Providers
Aged care businesses in Australia sell for 3x to 8x EBITDA depending on whether you operate home care or residential facilities — but regulatory risk, workforce costs, and occupancy rates determine where you actually land. Here's how valuations work in this sector.
Read →Valuation · 28 April 2026
How Much Is My Cleaning Business Worth? The Real Numbers for Australian Operators
Cleaning businesses in Australia sell for 2x to 5x EBITDA -- depending on whether your clients are residential homeowners or locked-in commercial contracts. Here's how to work out where yours sits.
Read →Valuation · 27 April 2026
How Much Is My Vet Practice Worth? A Valuation Guide for Australian Vet Owners
Australian vet practices sell for 4x to 7x EBITDA — but that range hides a lot. The spread is almost entirely driven by one factor: whether the goodwill stays in the building when you leave. Here's how vet practice valuations actually work.
Read →Valuation · 24 April 2026
What Is My Pharmacy Worth? A Guide to Pharmacy Valuations in Australia
Australian pharmacies typically sell for 3–5x EBITDA or 1.0–1.5x gross profit, but PBS reform and your lease terms can move that number significantly. Here's how pharmacy valuations actually work.
Read →Valuation · 23 April 2026
How Much Is My Dental Practice Worth in Australia?
Dental practices in Australia typically sell for 60-90% of annual gross fees or 3-6x owner earnings. Here's how valuations actually work — and what separates a premium sale from a disappointing one.
Read →Valuation · 21 April 2026
How Much Is My Gym Business Worth? The Real Numbers for Australian Fitness Operators
Gym and fitness studio valuations in Australia range from 1.5x SDE for an owner-operated PT studio to 5x EBITDA for a well-systemised membership business. Here's what drives the gap — and where most gym owners get it wrong.
Read →Valuation · 20 April 2026
How Much Is My IT Services Business Worth? A Valuation Guide for Australian Tech Founders
IT services businesses in Australia sell for 3x to 6x EBITDA — but managed services providers and project consultancies are priced very differently. Here's what drives the gap, what buyers are paying, and what tanks a deal.
Read →Valuation · 17 April 2026
How Much Is My Electrical Business Worth? A Valuation Guide for Australian Electrical Contractors
Electrical contracting businesses in Australia sell for 2.5x to 4.5x EBITDA, but the spread between a sole trader with one van and a commercial contractor with 15 staff is enormous. Here's what drives the difference.
Read →Valuation · 16 April 2026
How Much Is My Childcare Business Worth? A Realistic Guide for Australian Operators
Australian childcare businesses sell for 3x to 5x EBITDA — but that range hides a lot. Occupancy rates, lease structure, ACECQA ratings, and who's buying all shape where your centre lands.
Read →Valuation · 16 April 2026
How Much Is My NDIS Business Worth? A Valuation Guide for Australian Disability Providers
NDIS businesses in Australia sell for 2.5x to 5x EBITDA, but your service type changes everything. Support coordination commands a premium; direct support trades at a discount. Here's how valuations actually work.
Read →Valuation · 16 April 2026
How Much Is My Transport Business Worth? A Practical Guide for Australian Operators
Thinking about selling your trucking, freight or logistics business? Here's what drives the value -- EBITDA multiples, fleet vs earnings tension, contract quality, and the compliance issues that can kill a deal.
Read →Guides · 15 April 2026
Asset Sale vs Share Sale: What Every Australian Business Owner Needs to Know
The structure of your business sale determines your tax bill, who will buy you, and what liabilities you walk away from. Here's how asset sales and share sales work -- and which is better for you.
Read →Guides · 15 April 2026
How Long Does It Take to Sell a Business in Australia?
Most Australian SME sales take 9 to 12 months from decision to settlement. Here's what each phase involves, what commonly causes delays, and what you can do to keep things moving.
Read →Guides · 15 April 2026
What Happens to Your Employees When You Sell Your Business in Australia?
Will your staff keep their jobs? Who pays out leave? What do you tell them and when? Here's what Australian business owners need to know about employees when selling.
Read →Market Commentary · 29 March 2026
The 90 Percent of Businesses Fail Myth: What the ABS Data Actually Shows
Everyone quotes the 90 percent failure rate but the real ABS data tells a completely different story, especially for established businesses with employees.
Read →Valuation · 28 March 2026
How Much Is My Restaurant, Cafe or Bar Worth? Australian Hospitality Valuations
Your restaurant, cafe or bar's value hinges on your lease, not your food. We break down what actually drives hospitality valuations in Australia -- from liquor licences to delivery platform dependency.
Read →Valuation · 27 March 2026
How Much Is My Plumbing Business Worth? The Real Numbers for Australian Trade Businesses
Plumbing business valuations range from 'buying a job' to genuine six-figure goodwill. We explain what separates the two -- maintenance contracts, systemisation, and the plumber shortage driving acquisitions.
Read →Valuation · 26 March 2026
How Much Is My Construction Business Worth? A Realistic Guide for Australian Builders
Construction business valuations are dominated by WIP, pipeline, and licence risk. We explain what buyers actually assess -- from defect liabilities to subcontractor relationships -- and why residential and commercial builders are valued so differently.
Read →Valuation · 25 March 2026
How Much Is My Retail Business Worth? The Honest Answer for Australian Shop Owners
Many retail businesses are worth less than their owners expect — sometimes just stock and fixtures. We explain what drives retail value in Australia, from own-brand premiums to the e-commerce bifurcation.
Read →Valuation · 24 March 2026
What's Your Accounting Practice Actually Worth? A Guide to Professional Services Valuations
Why professional services firms are valued on recurring fee books, not revenue — and how the client-follows-the-partner problem shapes every deal. Australian-specific multiples and deal structures.
Read →Valuation · 23 March 2026
Healthcare Practice Valuations in Australia: What the Private Equity Wave Means for Your Practice
Private equity is aggressively acquiring Australian healthcare businesses. Here's what your GP clinic, dental surgery, or allied health practice is actually worth — and what PE buyers are looking for.
Read →Valuation · 22 March 2026
Manufacturing Business Valuations: When Your Machines Might Be Worth More Than Your Business
The asset-vs-earnings tension that defines manufacturing valuations, plus the capex trap, inventory complexity, and why IP changes everything. Australian-specific guidance.
Read →Valuation · 21 March 2026
What's Your Online Business Worth? SaaS, E-Commerce, and the Valuation Gap Between Them
SaaS businesses trade on ARR multiples. E-commerce stores sell on SDE. Content sites are priced on monthly profit. Here's how online business valuations actually work -- and why documentation matters more than revenue.
Read →Guides · 20 March 2026
How to Value Your Business for Sale in Australia
Step-by-step guide to valuing your business before selling. Learn the methods buyers use, common mistakes sellers make, and how to position for the best price.
Read →Valuation · 19 March 2026
How to Value a Business Based on Revenue: When and How to Use Revenue Multiples
Learn when and how to use revenue multiples to value a business. Covers typical revenue multiples by industry in Australia and when this method is appropriate.
Read →Valuation · 18 March 2026
How to Value a Business Based on Net Profit: EBITDA Multiples Explained
Understand how businesses are valued based on profit. Learn about EBITDA multiples, normalisation, and how to calculate what your business is worth from its earnings.
Read →Guides · 17 March 2026
Preparing Your Business for Sale: A 12-Month Checklist
The most important thing you can do to maximise sale price is prepare. This 12-month checklist covers financials, operations, legal, and positioning for Australian business owners.
Read →M&A · 16 March 2026
What Do Buyers Look for When Buying a Business?
Understand what buyers evaluate when acquiring a business. From financials to culture, this guide reveals the key factors that attract or repel business buyers.
Read →Guides · 15 March 2026
Selling My Business: How Much Is It Worth and Where Do I Start?
Thinking about selling your business? This guide covers how to determine what it's worth, when to sell, and the steps to a successful sale in Australia.
Read →M&A · 14 March 2026
Corporate Advisor vs Investment Bank: Which Do You Need to Sell Your Business?
Understand the difference between a corporate advisor and an investment bank. Learn which is right for selling your Australian business based on size, complexity, and goals.
Read →M&A · 13 March 2026
The M&A Process Explained: A Step-by-Step Guide for Business Owners
Understand the full M&A process from start to finish. This guide explains each stage of selling a business — preparation, marketing, due diligence, and completion.
Read →M&A · 12 March 2026
Due Diligence Checklist: What Buyers Will Ask for When You Sell Your Business
Be prepared for buyer due diligence with this comprehensive checklist. Covers financial, legal, operational, HR, and compliance documents buyers will request.
Read →Valuation · 11 March 2026
Small Business Valuation Methods in Australia: Which One Should You Use?
Compare the main methods for valuing a small business in Australia — EBITDA multiples, revenue multiples, asset-based, and rules of thumb. Learn which method fits your situation.
Read →M&A · 10 March 2026
When Should You Hire a Corporate Advisor to Sell Your Business?
Know when it's time to engage a corporate advisor for selling your business. Learn the signs, the benefits, and what to expect from the advisory relationship.
Read →Valuation · 9 March 2026
How to Find Out How Much Your Business Is Worth: A Practical Guide
Step-by-step guide to finding out what your business is worth. Covers DIY methods, online calculators, professional valuations, and when each is appropriate.
Read →Guides · 8 March 2026
Tax on Selling a Business in Australia: CGT, Concessions, and What You Keep
Understand Capital Gains Tax when selling your business in Australia. Learn about the 4 small business CGT concessions, how structure affects your tax outcome, and strategies to maximise what you keep.
Read →Valuation · 7 March 2026
How to Value Goodwill When Selling Your Business
Understand what goodwill is, how it's calculated, and why the distinction between personal and commercial goodwill can make or break your business sale.
Read →Guides · 6 March 2026
How to Increase Your Business Value Before Selling: A 12-Point Checklist
12 specific, actionable steps to increase what your business is worth before you go to market. Each item framed as what it costs you versus what it adds to your sale price.
Read →M&A · 5 March 2026
Documents Needed for a Business Valuation: The Complete Checklist
The complete checklist of documents you need to prepare for a business valuation or sale, organised by category with explanations of why each one matters.
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