What a valuation costs
What does a business valuation cost
Business sale or acquisition from $1,500, cash flow or financial analysis from $750. A formal valuator report sits outside the scope, and we say so first.
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The purpose decides the work
Business sale or acquisition starts at $1,500 at HBT, and cash flow or financial analysis at $750. What the work involves depends entirely on why the number is needed, so that is the first question rather than the last.
A figure for an internal decision is a different exercise from one that has to withstand scrutiny in a shareholder dispute or a matrimonial matter. Where the purpose requires a formal valuation report from a designated business valuator, we say so rather than stretching the engagement to fit.
What the figure is for
A decision you are making
An internal number for a sale, a buyout or a plan. The lighter engagement.
A transaction in progress
Support through a sale or acquisition, including the financial due diligence around it.
Something contested
Where the figure will be challenged, a designated valuator is usually required and we refer it.
How the work begins
Step 1: Why do you need it
The purpose sets the scope, and sometimes sets who should do it.
Step 2: Scope and fee in writing
Including what sits outside the engagement.
Step 3: Delivered with its limits stated
What the figure supports, and what it does not.
How much does a business valuation cost in Canada?
At HBT Accounting business sale or acquisition starts at $1,500 and cash flow or financial analysis at $750, plus GST or HST where it applies. The scope depends on why the figure is needed. Where the purpose requires a formal report from a designated business valuator, that sits outside this engagement and we will say so at the first conversation.
Business sale or acquisition from $1,500+. Financial analysis from $750+. Final fees depend on scope, and we quote a fixed fee once the work is clear. The first conversation is free and takes about 10 to 15 minutes.