The 2026 definitive guide to maximizing exit value. Learn the critical difference between EBITDA and SDE multiples, how to normalize your earnings, and why the structure of your deal (Earn-outs, Seller Notes, Rollover Equity) dictates your true liquidity. Essential reading for owners with $1M–$75M in revenue.

The bottom line on your tax return is misleading. In the 2026 M&A market, buyers are paying for Adjusted EBITDA, not Net Income. We break down the math of 'Add-Backs' and show how pivoting your strategy 24 months before exit can double your valuation.