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Expert articles and insights on CPA firm valuations, M&A strategies, private equity trends, and succession planning. Ashley-Kincaid provides actionable, research-backed guidance to help CPA firm owners navigate today’s market and achieve the best possible exit.
In today’s CPA firm M&A market, mastering multiple arbitrage and PE fund deployment cycles can significantly boost your exit value. This extensive guide reveals how buyers use buy-and-build strategies and why active deployment windows often deliver stronger 3.5–4.5x EBITDA multiples for sellers.
Read MorePrivate equity’s growing influence in accounting makes fund lifecycle knowledge essential for maximizing exit value. This comprehensive guide details each phase and shows why selling during active deployment often yields better terms.
Read MoreIn reality, this common assumption is costing owners of firms between $750K and $10M in significant value. National and private equity-backed buyers are actively acquiring quality CPA practices across the country — offering higher multiples (up to 1.6x revenue), stronger cash at closing (up to 60%), and far better deal terms than traditional SBA-financed local buyers.
Read MoreThe 2026 CPA M&A market remains strong for $1M–$10M revenue firms. This market snapshot reveals current valuation ranges, the most active buyer types (strategic firms and PE-backed platforms), key factors driving premium offers, and a practical 5-step roadmap to position your practice for the best possible outcome in today’s competitive environment.
Read MoreIn 2026, adjusted EBITDA multiples for CPA firms typically range from 3.5x to 5.5x+, with premium practices commanding higher. This guide breaks down current market trends, key add-backs and normalization adjustments, buyer expectations, and actionable steps to boost your firm’s valuation before selling.
Read MoreIf you’re a serious seller ready to explore your options in today’s strong M&A market, our team provides confidential guidance, accurate valuations, and direct access to qualified private equity and strategic buyers. Ashley-Kincaid works exclusively with motivated CPA firm owners seeking optimal exits.
