Selling My Business—What Is It Worth?

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Why Business Owners Trust Sailfish Equity Advisors

When you're asking what your business is worth, you're not just seeking a number—you’re looking for someone who understands the real value behind it. That’s where Sailfish comes in.

• 1,000+ Businesses Sold Across Florida
  We don’t dabble—we specialize. Our track record speaks for itself.

• 25+ Years of Exit Strategy Expertise
  We’ve built, scaled, and sold businesses ourselves. We get it from the inside.

• Confidential, Owner-First Process
  Your team, your reputation, your timeline—all protected.

• Nationwide Buyer Network
  From private equity to strategic buyers, we connect you with decision-makers, not tire-kickers.

• More Than Brokers—We’re Business Operators
  We think like owners, negotiate like pros, and coach you through the smartest deal of your life.

At Sailfish Equity Advisors, we help you move from guessing to knowing—from wondering to winning. This is your legacy. Let’s help you capture its full value.

Selling My Business—What Is It Worth?

Let’s get real for a second.

You didn’t build your business on guesses or good vibes. So why would you sell it that way?

If you’re serious about selling, the first question is simple but critical: what is my business actually worth?

Not in theory. Not “what I’d like to get.” But what a buyer will pay for it tomorrow—cash, wire, signed deal. That number isn’t pulled out of thin air. It’s driven by structure, documentation, systems, revenue, and whether or not your business runs without you.

At Sailfish Equity Advisors, we help you answer that question with precision. With 25+ years in the trenches and over 1,000 business sales under our belt, we know what drives value—and how to build an exit that reflects everything you’ve put in.

What’s My Business Worth?

Your business is worth what someone is willing to pay for it. Period.

That number can be influenced—but not inflated. A business with $400K in SDE and strong systems can be worth more than one with $800K that falls apart without the owner. Buyers don’t just want earnings—they want transferability and scalability.

Here’s what experienced business brokers (and savvy buyers) look at:

• SDE or EBITDA

• Owner involvement (how easily can you be replaced?)

• Systems, SOPs, and team

• Revenue stability and diversity

• Customer concentration

• Industry trends and risk profile

Think of valuation like a puzzle. If a few key pieces are missing, the whole picture changes. We help you find and fix those gaps before you go to market.

How to Sell Your Business the Right Way

There’s a reason private equity firms buy businesses in cycles. Timing, structure, and positioning matter.

Here’s the roadmap we walk clients through:

1. Get a True Valuation

Stop guessing. Get a confidential, data-backed valuation. At Sailfish, we reverse-engineer what your business would command in today’s market—and what would improve that number.

2. Build the Business to Sell

You don’t have to list now. But you do need to prepare like you will. That means cleaning up the books, documenting the systems, removing your name from the core processes, and tightening your revenue engine.

3. Choose the Right Business Broker

A good business broker doesn’t just find a buyer. They build a case. They manage the deal from valuation through closing. They protect your confidentiality, position your company the right way, and bring qualified, vetted buyers to the table.

4. Sell from Strength, Not Desperation

You want to sell while your numbers are strong—not when you’re burned out or declining. That’s how you keep leverage and control. Waiting too long? That’s how you lose it.

Best Time to Sell a Business in Florida

Here’s a truth most owners avoid:
The best time to sell your business is before you need to.

Strong numbers. A team in place. Clean financials. Predictable revenue. When these are all happening, that’s when you list. That’s when the right buyers show up and pay a premium.

Most business owners sell too late. Don’t be most business owners.

What Buyers Really Pay For

Buyers don’t pay for your hard work. They pay for:

• Predictable, documented systems

• A business that runs without the owner

• Growth potential they can tap into

• Clean books and reporting

• A team that stays after the sale

• Minimal risk and strong customer relationships

Want to raise your multiple?
Start removing yourself from daily ops. Create standard operating procedures. Diversify your revenue streams. Show clear upside for the next owner.

Example Valuation Breakdown

Let’s say you’ve got $700K in SDE, a manager running operations, recurring revenue, and clean books.

That could trade at 3.5x to 4.25x.

Estimated sale price: $2.45M–$3.0M

Now let’s take the same SDE but:

• You’re the sales engine

• There’s no CRM

• 60% of revenue comes from two clients

Now we’re talking 2.25x to 3x.

Estimated sale price: $1.6M–$2.1M

Same earnings. Different result. That’s the power of structure and positioning.

Why Work with Sailfish Equity Advisors?

If you want a partner who’s been there, built it, and sold it—we’re it.

• 25+ years of real-world experience

• Over 1,000 business sales closed

• Nationwide buyer network with PE firms, family offices, and entrepreneurs

• Confidential, personalized strategy for every deal

• Mission-driven approach focused on protecting your legacy

We don’t just list. We guide, coach, negotiate, and execute.

Final Thought: Sell Like an Investor, Not an Owner

The emotional price you paid to build your business is high—but the sale price doesn’t factor in emotion. The market values preparation, clarity, and upside.

The sooner you start building with an exit in mind, the bigger your payoff will be.

Selling your business? Wondering what it’s worth? Start now. Start smart.

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No pressure. No obligation. Just clarity on what your business is worth and how to sell it right.

You built it. Now sell it like an asset—not an accident.