Related party transactions are one of the most frequently scrutinized areas in CPA firm QoE reviews. Understanding how buyers treat rent, payroll, and other expenses can help you avoid costly valuation adjustments.
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Client retention is one of the most closely watched metrics during buyer due diligence. For CPA firms in the $750K–$5M range, strong retention trends can significantly boost your multiple, while declining trends can lead to heavy discounts.
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Revenue mix is one of the first things sophisticated buyers examine during Quality of Earnings reviews. For CPA firms in the $750K–$5M range, the balance between tax work, CAS, advisory, and other services can dramatically influence the multiple you receive.
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