Accurate. Defensible. Future-Ready.The Business Valuation Standard of Tomorrow.
Decision-support reports built for small and medium-sized businesses — owners, founders, and buyers. Start with a quick snapshot, then go deeper when the decision matters. The snapshot report gives you a broad industry-level overview; the Market Opportunity Report goes deeper by focusing on your specific business opportunity.
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Defensible, evidence-based methodology
Industry-specific benchmarks
Built for owners, buyers, sellers, and founders
Why valuation matters
True business value comes from what a buyer would pay, and WHY.
Static multiples and spreadsheet shortcuts miss what actually drives modern business value — owner dependence, customer concentration, recurring revenue, market shifts, and quality of earnings. Our method blends financial metrics, qualitative insight, and AI-driven risk analysis into a valuation you can understand, defend, and act on.
Traditional appraisals explain a number. The True Value Method™ explains what drives it.
Step 1 — Quick snapshot
Start with a quick industry market position report.
A quick, generalized snapshot showing how businesses in this industry compare with local competitors in a county or metropolitan area — where the industry looks strong, where it may be holding value back, and whether it is worth a closer look. It is helpful for general awareness of the local market, but it is not customized to a specific business, location, strategy, or opportunity.
The snapshot report is a preliminary, generalized snapshot only. It is not comprehensive, not a defensible valuation, and should not be used as the basis for major business decisions. It also does not include detailed business-level analysis.
What the snapshot report answers
Generalized snapshotThe snapshot report gives you a broad, local market view of this industry. It answers the most important questions any entrepreneur should ask before deciding whether an industry in a local market is worth deeper attention, but it is not a customized assessment of a specific business, location, or strategy.
- ?How do businesses in this industry compare in strength to local competitors?
- ?Is business growth in this market supporting long-term value?
- ?How predictable is industry revenue compared to local competitors?
- ?Do customers in this market typically return, increase spending, and contribute to lasting value?
- ?Can businesses in this industry attract customers without competing solely on price?
- ?How effectively can businesses in this industry defend their position against local competitors?
- ?Do typical costs, debt, leases, or operating requirements reduce value in this industry?
- ?How do businesses in this industry compare locally in terms of profitability, growth, and risk?
- ?Are businesses in this industry typically structured to operate beyond the involvement of the owner or key employees?
- ?What do these comparisons indicate about the value and opportunities for this industry in my local market?
Want a more specific, detailed view?
The snapshot report is a generalized starting point. The Market Opportunity Report expands on the same questions with business-specific details, market context, and clearer signals — so you can move forward with confidence.
See where you stand
The snapshot places key performance indicators into three simple bands.
Below Local Market Range
Signals where businesses in this industry may be trailing typical local competitors.
In Line With Local Market
Performance that mirrors what is typical for local competitors in this industry.
Above Local Market Range
Areas where businesses in this industry appear stronger than typical local competitors.
Try it now
See how ready your business is to sell — for top dollar.
Answer a few questions about how the business runs today. Get an instant read on sale readiness, top-dollar potential, and where the gaps are. No financials required.
This is a directional indicator, not a formal valuation. It is modeled on frameworks used by M&A advisors, including IBBA criteria and the Pepperdine Private Capital Markets study, to surface what drives buyer interest and premium pricing.
The valuation report and the Valuer's opinion are supported by over a decade of experience with successfully sold businesses and are informed by verifiable market sales data. The estimated value reflects the business as if acquired and is subject to adjustment for outstanding liabilities, including liens, debts, notes, encumbrances, or other obligations. Examples are anonymized and simplified to protect client confidentiality. This valuation is for informational purposes only, is not a certified appraisal, and is based on client-provided information that we do not independently guarantee. True Value "the company" is not liable for any decisions, claims, losses, or damages arising from its use.
Your business profile
Preparing for sale, 6 to 12 months of work
What's working for you
- Stable operating foundation to build on
Gaps that pull value down
- No material readiness gaps identified
Step 2 — $95 upgrade
Is this business actually a good opportunity?
The Market Opportunity Report is designed for entrepreneurs and acquisition-minded buyers who want more than a snapshot. It looks at the industry, market conditions, and competitive landscape to help you judge whether the opportunity in front of you deserves deeper attention. It helps you understand demand, competition, market potential, the strength of the opportunity, and whether it looks worth pursuing before you invest time, money, or strategy into your next move.
What's included
$95 · One-timeA specific, business-level read on the opportunity
- Current industry outlook
- How the business may fit within the market
- Growth opportunities and market challenges
- Signals on whether the business appears viable
- Support for smarter startup or acquisition decisions
- A clearer picture before committing more time or money
Best for: deciding whether to pursue a specific business, market, or startup idea before committing time or capital.
Step 3 — The True Value Method™
A clear process built for confidence.
The True Value Method™ — developed by True Value Corp — is a structured, seven-stage process designed to deliver a valuation you can understand, defend, and act on.
- 7 structured stages
- Independent internal review
- Acquisition-ready output
- 01
Deep Discovery & Data Validation
What it is
A focused review of the business’s financials, operations, customers, market position, industry conditions, ownership goals, and supporting documents.
What it achieves
Creates a reliable foundation for the valuation by confirming the quality of the information, identifying strengths, and uncovering issues that could affect buyer confidence.
- 02
Acquisition-Based Value Driver Analysis
What it is
A structured review of the factors an acquirer would care about most, including profitability, cash flow, market demand, customer loyalty, competitive position, scalability, management strength, operational efficiency, compliance, and growth potential.
What it achieves
Shows what makes the business attractive to a buyer, what may limit value, and where opportunity exists to strengthen the business before going to market.
- 03
Multi-Method Valuation Modeling
What it is
A valuation review using the most relevant income, market, and asset-based approaches for the business type, financial profile, and acquisition scenario.
What it achieves
Produces a more balanced and defensible valuation range by looking at the business from more than one angle instead of relying on a single formula.
- 04
Risk & Opportunity Review
What it is
A review of the key factors that could increase or reduce value, including revenue trends, margins, customer concentration, operational risk, market conditions, competitive pressure, scalability, and buyer perception.
What it achieves
Helps the owner understand how durable the business’s value is and which improvements may have the greatest impact on market value.
- 05
Administrative, Sales & Operations Readiness Review
What it is
A practical review of the three areas buyers typically examine closely: administrative strength, sales strength, and operational strength.
What it achieves
Shows how prepared the business is for acquisition discussions, due diligence, investor review, or exit planning.
- 06
Independent Internal Review
What it is
A final review of the valuation assumptions, logic, risk factors, and conclusions before the report is completed.
What it achieves
Strengthens the credibility of the valuation and helps ensure the final report is clear, practical, and supportable.
- 07
Final Valuation Report & Confidence Briefing
What it is
A professional report outlining the valuation range, key assumptions, value drivers, risks, opportunities, and recommended next steps.
What it achieves
Gives the owner a clear understanding of what the business may be worth, what supports that value, what could affect buyer confidence, and how to prepare for a sale, merger, acquisition, investment, or strategic transition.
The Philosophy
Built Around Acquisition Value
Every step is anchored to how the market will actually price the business.
Our valuation model is built around one central question: how would this business be viewed if it were being acquired?
That matters because business value is ultimately confirmed in the market. A valuation should not only estimate what a company may be worth on paper. It should reflect how buyers, investors, and strategic acquirers are likely to evaluate the business when real capital is at stake.
The result is a clearer, more practical valuation report designed to help owners understand market value, buyer appeal, risks, opportunities, and the steps that can improve value before a transaction.
Buyers & Sellers
Before you sign anything, know what you're walking into.
For Buyers
Know whether the business is truly profitable, where the risks are, what assumptions matter, and what hidden opportunities exist before you commit.
- Profitability review
- Risk analysis
- SWOT analysis
- Market comparison
- Deal red-flag review
For Sellers
Understand market value and how to present the business in a way that supports a stronger sale price.
- Valuation range
- Value driver analysis
- Buyer-risk reduction
- Exit readiness review
- Improvement roadmap
Step 4 — Due Diligence & Risk Analysis
See the business like a buyer would.
The $500 Due Diligence & Risk Analysis add-on layers a structured SWOT-style review on top of the Full Valuation — helping buyers, founders, and owners weigh long-term risk, sustainability, and strategic fit before a major decision.
Strengths
- Strong margins
- Recurring revenue
- Loyal customers
- Experienced team
Weaknesses
- Owner dependence
- Customer concentration
- Inconsistent financials
- Weak documentation
Opportunities
- Pricing power
- Expansion markets
- Operational improvements
- Better buyer positioning
Threats
- Market slowdown
- Key employee risk
- Margin compression
- Competitive pressure
Reports & Pricing
Choose the right level of insight
Whether you're evaluating your own company, exploring a startup idea, or considering an acquisition, each report builds on the one before it.
The snapshot report is a broad industry-level overview. The Market Opportunity Report is the deeper, more specific next step for a particular business idea, market, location, service, or strategy.
Snapshot Valuation Report
A simple, generalized snapshot to help you get started. Not intended for major business decisions or defensible valuation use.
- Generalized industry-level answers
- Industry KPI comparison
- Surface-level strengths and weaknesses
- Basic risk indicators
- Helpful starting point
Market Opportunity Report
A more specific, expanded view of how the business compares within its industry and whether the opportunity looks attractive under current conditions.
- Industry outlook and market positioning
- Competitive landscape overview
- Business viability signals
- Acquisition opportunity indicators
- Startup or growth potential considerations
- Market risks and opportunities
Full Business Valuation Report
A comprehensive valuation that explains estimated business value, financial performance, market position, and the drivers that influence value.
- Estimated valuation range with rationale
- Income, market, and asset-based analysis
- Key assumptions and sensitivity testing
- Value driver and risk breakdown
- Defensible methodology you can share with buyers, lenders, and advisors
Due Diligence & Risk Analysis
A practical risk and SWOT-style assessment that helps buyers, founders, and owners ask the right questions before a major decision.
- Business risk profile
- SWOT-style strategic assessment
- Operational and financial red flags
- Market and competitive threats
- Customer, revenue, and dependency risks
- Long-term sustainability considerations
- Key questions a buyer should ask
See detailed comparison:Snapshot Report vs. Market Opportunity Report
One gives you the lay of the land. The other tells you whether the opportunity in front of you is actually worth pursuing.
Snapshot Valuation Report
A broad, industry-level snapshot. Helpful for general awareness — not a customized or defensible valuation.
What you get
- Broad, industry-level overview
- Helpful for general awareness
- Quick KPI comparison vs peers
- Surface-level strengths & weaknesses
- Not customized to your business
- Not for major business decisions
Best for: getting a quick sense of where a business stands.
Market Opportunity Report
A deeper, business-specific look at demand, competition, and market potential — so you know whether the opportunity is worth pursuing before you commit time, money, or strategy.
What you get
- Specific to your business idea or market
- Demand, competition & market potential
- Opportunity strength & viability signals
- Acquisition / startup decision support
- Clarifies whether it's worth pursuing
- Built before you invest time or money
Best for: entrepreneurs deciding whether to invest in a business, idea, or market.
100% confidential. All information you share stays private. The only exception is if you choose to participate in a case study — and even then, your business name is never disclosed. Only the details and the valuation confirmed are shared.
These reports are designed for educational and decision-support purposes. They do not replace legal, financial, tax, or professional due diligence. Our analysis draws on widely used business evaluation frameworks — industry benchmarks, competitive positioning, financial performance indicators, SWOT principles, and acquisition due diligence best practices.
Limited spot — $995 value, complimentary
Still deciding? Get a full valuation by becoming a case study.
We are hand-selecting a small group of small and medium-sized businesses to receive a complete, professional valuation. In exchange, we use the engagement as a fully anonymized case study — your business name is never disclosed. Only the business details and the valuation confirmed are shared, so future entrepreneurs can learn from a real example.
Best-fit businesses
- Service businesses
- Manufacturing
- SaaS
- Retail
- E-commerce
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