A business valuation is not only used when a company is being sold. It can also play an important role in capital raising, shareholder matters, succession planning, refinancing, and broader strategic decision-making.

For some business owners, a full sale is not the only path to liquidity. A recapitalization can provide capital, reduce risk, and preserve future upside while allowing owners to retain involvement.

Business valuation costs in Canada range from a few thousand dollars to tens of thousands depending on the type of report, the complexity of the business, and the purpose. This guide explains the main types of valuations, what each typically costs, and how to decide which is right for your situation.

Selling a business in BC involves far more than finding a buyer. This step-by-step guide covers the full process — from initial preparation and valuation through transaction materials, due diligence, deal structure, and closing.

A practical guide to the main valuation methods used for private businesses in Canada, including SDE, EBITDA, revenue multiples, and asset-based valuation — and which approach applies to your type of business.

A practical guide to financing a business acquisition in Canada. Covers BDC, chartered banks, vendor take-back financing, private lenders, and the Canada Small Business Financing Program — with a realistic deal structure example.

Selling a business is often one of the most important financial decisions an owner will ever make. The process is complex, and common mistakes can reduce valuation, weaken leverage, or derail a transaction entirely.

Learn how to buy a business in Canada, from valuation and EBITDA to due diligence, financing, and closing. This guide explains the acquisition process and how a buy-side M&A advisor can help you structure and execute a successful transaction.

A Chartered Business Valuator, or CBV, helps business owners understand what a company may be worth in situations such as a sale, succession plan, shareholder transition, financing process, or broader strategic decision. For privately held businesses in Vancouver, a CBV can provide the independent analysis needed to support more informed decisions around value.

Senior debt and subordinated debt serve different purposes in a company’s capital structure. Understanding the difference can help business owners make better financing decisions.

Many business owners ask what their company is worth, but value depends on much more than revenue or a generic market multiple. This article outlines the key drivers of business value in Vancouver’s mid-market.

Selling a business involves much more than finding a buyer. For Vancouver business owners, preparation can materially affect valuation, buyer interest, transaction structure, and closing certainty.