Free Business Valuation
Know what your business is worth. No cost. No obligation.
If you are thinking about raising capital, selling, buying out a partner, or just planning the next few years, you need a credible view of value. Many firms charge thousands of dollars for an initial valuation. We do it for free so you can make decisions with facts, not guesses.
What you get
Valuation Range & Methodology
A valuation range and the “why” behind it. We apply market multiples, earnings quality checks, and an appropriate method for your business model.
Key Value Drivers
Key drivers that move the number. Revenue mix, margins, growth, customer concentration, working capital, capital intensity, and risk.
One-Page Summary
A one‑page summary you can share with partners, lenders, or your board.
No Obligation Consultation
No obligation conversation about options if you want to act on the results [1].
How it works
Submit the Form
Review
Receive Your Valuation
What we need from you
- Last 2 to 3 years of revenue and EBITDA or SDE (owner’s cash flow).
- Trailing‑twelve‑month performance if available.
- Industry and business model overview, including recurring vs project revenue.
- Customer concentration, top customers as a percent of revenue.
- Owner compensation and adjustments for non‑recurring items.
- Any debt, leases, or major contracts that materially affect cash flow.
- For asset‑heavy or real estate‑heavy companies, a simple asset summary.
When a quick valuation may be less precise
Some businesses are more complex. In those cases, we will still try to provide a range, but the confidence band may be wider and we may recommend a deeper review [3].
A business is “complex” if one or more apply:
- Multiple legal entities or significant cross‑company transfers that affect profitability.
- More than one distinct business line with different margin structures.
- Project‑based or percentage‑of‑completion accounting with large work‑in‑process.
- Heavy regulation or contracting that drives revenue (for example, regulated utilities, government contracts, health care).
- Material international operations or multiple currencies.
- Significant customer concentration or revenue volatility due to commodity pricing.
- Limited, unaudited, or inconsistent financials, or major restatements.
- Real‑estate‑intensive or asset‑intensive models where asset appraisals drive value.
- Early‑stage companies with negative or highly variable earnings.
If that sounds like you, we can still help. We will be clear about what can and cannot be estimated from a short form, and we will outline what additional information would tighten the range.
How we think about value
Market Approach
Compares your business to recent private transactions and public peers using EBITDA, SDE, or revenue multiples.
Income approach
Uses discounted cash flow where growth, margin durability, and reinvestment needs matter.
Asset approach
Relevant when tangible assets or real estate drive the economics.
We choose the method that fits your model and the quality of available data. You will see which methods we used and why.
Why Smartland Capital
You get a valuation from a team that lives in transactions: underwriting, financial modeling, capital structuring, and buy‑side and sell‑side work in the lower middle market. We focus on clarity, execution, and real‑world deal experience, not theory. If you decide to pursue financing, a sale, or a recapitalization, we can support that process end‑to‑end [4].
What you can do with the result
Plan a sale timeline and target range.
Prepare for a capital raise and set expectations with lenders or investors.
Evaluate partner buyouts and buy‑sell agreements.
Identify value levers to improve before going to market.
Benchmark annually so you can track progress.
Ready to get started?
Use the form below. Share what you comfortably can. We will review and follow up with a clear, no‑nonsense valuation range.
Free Valuation
Note:
[1] The free valuation is an informational estimate for planning and discussion. It is not an offer to buy or sell securities, and it is not investment, tax, or legal advice.
[2] Your estimate is only as good as the inputs. If the information is incomplete or inconsistent, we will note that and adjust confidence accordingly.
[3] Complex businesses may require a deeper review to produce a reliable range. In those cases, we will outline what additional information is needed, such as segment P&Ls, backlog detail, or asset appraisals.
[4] If you choose to move forward with a transaction, separate engagement terms apply. The free valuation does not obligate you to engage us, and it does not constitute a formal appraisal under USPAP or similar standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this really free?
Yes. There is no fee for the initial valuation range.
How accurate is the estimate?
For a straightforward business with clean financials, the range is typically useful for planning and early lender or investor conversations. Complex businesses may need more work to tighten the range.
Do you keep my information confidential?
Yes. We use it only to prepare your valuation and follow up with you. If you prefer an NDA, we can provide one.
What if I am not ready to sell or raise capital?
No problem. Treat this as your baseline so you can track progress year over year.