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SDE calculator

SDE = Net income + owner salary + benefits + add-backs + depreciation + amortization (same bridge as the valuation wizard).

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SDE

$257,000

SDE approximates cash-flow benefit to a new owner before financing and taxes on the transaction. It is commonly used for main-street deals under ~$5M in enterprise value.