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Comprehensive, in-depth guides and expert analyses on CPA firm valuations, M&A strategies, private equity trends, and exit planning. Ashley-Kincaid provides actionable, research-backed insights to help owners navigate today’s market and maximize their firm’s value.

 
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CPA Firm Valuation: A Conservative LBO Approach – Part 2: Qualitative Multiple Adjustments (Economic / Theoretical Enterprise Value)
CPA Firm Valuation: A Conservative LBO Approach – Part 2: Qualitative Multiple Adjustments (Economic / Theoretical Enterprise Value)

In Part 2 of our conservative LBO valuation series, we explain how buyers apply qualitative adjustments to the base EBITDA multiple. Learn which 13 key factors — including recurring revenue percentage, client concentration, organic growth, advisory/CAS mix, technology infrastructure, and succession readiness — can significantly increase (or decrease) your CPA firm’s valuation. This structured approach helps owners understand their true economic value and what it takes to command premium multiples from private equity and strategic buyers in today’s 2026 market.

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2026 CPA M&A Market Snapshot: $1M–$10M Firms – Valuations, Buyers & Opportunities
2026 CPA M&A Market Snapshot: $1M–$10M Firms – Valuations, Buyers & Opportunities

The 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.

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Succession Planning for CPA Firm Owners: Why Waiting Is Costly & What Changes When You Act (2026)
Succession Planning for CPA Firm Owners: Why Waiting Is Costly & What Changes When You Act (2026)

Succession planning is one of the most critical — and often overlooked — decisions for CPA firm owners. Waiting too long can cost hundreds of thousands in lost value, higher taxes, and increased risk. This guide explains why early planning matters and what changes when you take proactive steps in today’s strong 2026 M&A market.

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