What Is Your Illinois Business Worth?
Professional business valuations for sale planning, estate planning, SBA lending, and more. Free valuation for owners considering a sale.
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How Business Valuation Works in Illinois
Most small and mid-market businesses in Illinois are valued using the income approach — specifically, a multiple of Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE) or EBITDA. The multiple varies by industry, business size, growth trends, and risk factors specific to your business.
What Is Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE)?
SDE is your net profit plus your owner's salary, benefits, and any personal expenses that run through the business. It's the true economic benefit the business produces for a working owner.
What Affects the Multiple?
- Revenue consistency and growth trend
- Customer concentration risk
- Recurring vs. one-time revenue
- Key person dependency
- Lease terms and facilities
- Staff quality and tenure
- Industry conditions and buyer demand
- Business age and brand strength
Estimate Your Business Value
Enter your annual Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE) — your net profit plus owner's salary and any personal expenses run through the business — to estimate a range.
This is an estimate for planning purposes only. Actual value depends on lease terms, asset quality, customer concentration, and current market conditions. Request a professional valuation for a precise number.
When You Need a Business Valuation in Illinois
Selling Your Business
Know what your business is worth before you list. Pricing your business correctly from day one is the single most important factor in selling quickly and at maximum value.
Estate Planning
Accurate business valuation is essential for estate planning, gift tax compliance, and ensuring fair distribution among heirs. We provide valuations that meet IRS standards.
Partner Buyouts
When partners separate, a neutral third-party valuation protects everyone. We provide defensible valuations for partnership dissolution and buyout negotiations.
SBA Financing
SBA lenders require a business valuation when the loan exceeds $250,000 or when financing a change of ownership. We provide valuations that meet SBA guidelines.
Divorce Proceedings
Business interests are often the most significant marital asset. We provide valuations for divorce proceedings that withstand legal scrutiny.
Shareholder Disputes
When minority or majority shareholders disagree on value, an independent valuation provides the neutral baseline for negotiations or legal proceedings.
Get Your Free Business Valuation
Owners considering a sale receive a complimentary professional valuation. No cost, no obligation, no pressure.
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