In this quick, but powerful episode of  Business & Exit Planning Simplified, Joe Curry explains what every small business owner needs to know before selling a business, especially if retirement is within 5 years..

Joe breaks down two important terms you always hear:

  • EBITDA — used for bigger companies with management teams.
  • SDE (Seller’s Discretionary Earnings) — used for most owner-operated businesses under $5 million in revenue.

You’ll learn what buyers really look for, how to tell which number fits your business, and why it matters so much for your selling price.

Joe also shares the 8 big things that can increase your multiple — like having a good team, clear financial records, steady growth, happy customers, and not being too dependent on you as the owner.