Business Valuations
Straightforward valuation advice from accountants with real experience buying and selling businesses
Knowing what a business is worth is essential whether you are buying, selling, taking on a partner, or planning for succession. A valuation gives you a defensible, realistic number to base your decisions on, rather than guesswork or optimism.
At Middleton Holland, our Director Darren Knight has personal experience buying and selling businesses, which means the advice we give is grounded in how transactions actually work, not just the theoretical numbers.
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When you might need a business valuation
- Considering selling your business and want to understand what it is realistically worth
- Buying a business and want an independent view on whether the asking price is reasonable
- A bank or lender requires a formal valuation as part of a financing application
- Bringing a new partner into the business and need an agreed starting value
- Planning succession and need a valuation for internal or estate planning purposes
What goes into a business valuation
Business value is typically driven by a combination of factors, including profitability, growth trajectory, the reliability and quality of revenue, the strength of the team, and how dependent the business is on the owner personally. There is no single formula that applies to every business, and the right valuation approach depends on the nature and circumstances of your business.
We prepare valuations that are practical and clearly explained, not documents full of jargon that leave you no more informed than when you started.
Frequently asked questions
How is a business valuation calculated?
There are several approaches depending on the type of business and the purpose of the valuation. Common methods include capitalisation of earnings, asset-based valuation, and comparable sales analysis. We will discuss which approach is most appropriate for your situation and explain the reasoning clearly.
How long does a business valuation take?
This depends on the complexity of the business and the availability of financial records. We will give you a realistic timeframe once we understand your specific situation.
Do I need a valuation before I can sell my business?
You are not required to have a formal valuation before listing a business for sale, but having one puts you in a much stronger negotiating position and helps avoid underpricing what you have built. It also signals to serious buyers that you have done your homework.
Can you help with the sale process beyond the valuation?
Yes. We work with business owners through the full preparation and sale process, not just the valuation. See our Preparing Your Business for Sale page for more detail.
Talk to us about your Business valuation needs
Thinking about buying, selling, restructuring, or planning for the future? A professional business valuation can provide the clarity you need.
Contact our team on (09) 415 2334 to discuss your situation.
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