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SDE Add-Back Worksheet
Calculate your true Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE) with this worksheet. Identifies common add-backs like owner salary, personal expenses, one-time costs, and non-cash items. Critical for accurate valuation.
What's Included
- Owner compensation normalization
- Personal expense identification
- One-time/non-recurring costs
- Non-cash expenses (depreciation, amortization)
- Related party transactions
- Pro forma adjustments
When to Use This
Use this worksheet to calculate your SDE before meeting with buyers or brokers. Accurate SDE is the foundation of your valuation - most businesses sell for 2-4x SDE.
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