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Got my first unsolicited offer to buy one of my businesses
DanTheOperator✓March 21, 2026
Random email from a PE-backed roll-up wanting to buy my landscaping company. Offered 4x EBITDA sight unseen. I'm not selling but it felt good to get the offer. Also made me realize I have no idea what my business is actually worth. Need to get a proper valuation done.
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MikeBuysBusinesses✓just now
4x EBITDA sight unseen is a starting point, not a real offer. Once they do DD it'll come down. That said, the fact that they're reaching out means your market is hot. Use it as a data point, not a decision driver.
ecom_manjust now
come down or go up! 4x ebidta does NOT seem that high
AlllIn✓just now
These roll-up guys are everywhere right now. They send the same email to 500 companies and see who bites. Don't be flattered. But do get a valuation — it's useful to know your number even if you're not selling.