Valuing a small business before you partner or sell
Valuation for a small operating business is usually a multiple of earnings, adjusted for how dependent the business is on the owner.
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How the number is built
Start with seller's discretionary earnings — net profit plus owner salary, personal expenses, interest, depreciation, and one-time costs. Then apply a category multiple, commonly in the 2x–4x range for small operations.
Recurring revenue, documented systems, a transferable lease, and a business that runs without the owner push the multiple up. Customer concentration and owner dependence push it down.
How Venturα works
Create a free profile, pick your role — business owner, investor, or aspiring partner — and set your city, industry, and check size. The deck then surfaces people whose intent lines up with yours.
Swipe through profiles, connect when both sides are interested, and message from there. Nothing opens until the interest is mutual, so no one gets cold-pitched.
Why profiles are trustworthy
Every member can complete a face check that compares a live selfie against their profile photo. Verified accounts carry a badge, so you know who you are talking to before you share numbers.
Members can report or block anyone, and profile details beyond name and photo stay hidden until you match.
Find your partner or investor on Venturα
Create a profile, set your city, industry, and check size, and match with business owners, investors, and operating partners. Messaging opens only when both sides connect.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate what my business is worth?
Calculate seller's discretionary earnings, apply a realistic multiple for your category and size, then adjust for owner dependence, lease terms, and customer concentration. An accountant or appraiser should confirm it before you negotiate.
Does Ventura charge for this?
No. Matching, messaging, and listing are free, and Ventura takes no commission on any deal.
Is Ventura only for tech startups?
No. It is built for operating small businesses — restaurants, trades, clinics, retail, services — and the people who fund and run them.