Business valuation: A key step in making important decisions
Determining the value of your company is a vital step when making important decisions such as employee participation, business transfers, share sales, inheritance, divorce, emigration, or the donation of shares to children, as well as the entry or exit of shareholders or partners. However, the costs of a professional business valuation can quickly add up when working with specialized firms. AXP Advisors offers an affordable alternative without compromising on quality or professionalism.
Why choose AXP?
We use top-of-the-line valuation software to provide a detailed and accurate picture of your company’s value. Our valuation reports are written in clear, straightforward language. So you’ll know exactly where you stand.
No jargon or complicated terminology, just a concise, transparent, and easy-to-understand report.
Need a quick estimate of your company’s value? Our Quick Valuation service is the perfect solution. Within a short timeframe and at a low cost, you’ll receive a reliable value indication you can build on.
How is the value of your business determined?
A business can be valued in several ways. We use commonly accepted valuation methods that are widely applied in practice.
Enterprise DCF (discounted cash-flow)
This method determines a company’s value by estimating its future free cash flows and discounting them to their present value. It is particularly useful for valuing businesses or projects with reasonably predictable and stable cash flows.
Adjusted Present Value (APV)
APV is a variation of the Enterprise DCF method, best suited for companies with complex capital structures — especially in cases of acquisitions, restructurings, or when the ratio between equity and debt fluctuates significantly.
EBITDA-multiplier
This valuation technique offers a straightforward way to estimate a company’s value based on its EBITDA, multiplied by an industry-specific multiplier. It is particularly useful for investors who rely on sector benchmarks for a high-level valuation estimate.
When valuing your company or corporate structure, we select the method that best reflects the actual circumstances such as financing structure, level of uncertainty, and whether the company is a start-up or a mature business as well as the specific purpose of the valuation (for example, employee participation, sale, or emigration).
Creating added value through sound business valuations
Every entrepreneur aims to create value through their business. But what does value creation really mean, and how do you achieve it?
AXP Advisors helps companies shift their focus from profit optimization to value optimization by managing cash flows effectively and using working capital efficiently. We also look at the subjective value drivers that truly influence a company’s worth, such as:
Do you have agreements in place for recurring revenue?
How dependent is the business on the owner?
Does the company hold long-term licenses or permits?
Is the business reliant on a few key customers, suppliers, products, or markets?
If you’re planning to sell your business in the coming years, don’t wait too long start preparing with our expert guidance today.
Looking for a reliable business valuation?
Mario de Laat will be happy to assist you!
About Mario
Mario is an experienced and results-driven business advisor and tax specialist, with deep expertise in advising both national and international companies and organizations. After more than seven years at Ernst & Young, he transitioned in 1999 to the small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) sector, where he co-founded AXP Advisors.
Mario is known for his ability to analyze and solve complex business challenges with enthusiasm, positivity, and a strong focus on results. His advice goes far beyond tax matters, he works to optimize both business processes and overall performance.
His areas of expertise include business financing, valuations, mergers and acquisitions, and a wide range of tax issues. With a solid background in accountancy, certification as a Registered Tax Advisor, and a Master’s degree in Law and Technology (LL.M.), Mario combines strong academic foundations with extensive practical experience to support organizations in strategic and operational decision-making.
Continuous improvement is at the heart of Mario’s approach. As a certified tax advisor, he keeps his fiscal knowledge up to date. In 2025 Mario has successfully completed the Advanced Business Valuation program at RSM Erasmus University, ensuring his valuation expertise remains at the highest professional standard.
Mario is the trusted advisor who helps your organization achieve growth, streamline processes, and resolve complex challenges, always with a sharp eye for both the financial and legal dimensions of your business.
