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Expert analysis on business valuation, M&A, and financing for Australian business owners.
Valuation
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 · 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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