— Tool 02 / Exit Structure Modeler

Five ways to sell.
One right answer
for you.

Model every exit structure side by side — with real dollar outcomes, estimated tax treatment, and timeline. See what your broker never showed you.

— Your Business Parameters
Target Sale Price
$3,000,000
$500K$20M
Annual EBITDA
$750,000
$100K$5M
Cash Needed at Close
$1,500,000
$0Max
Seller Note Interest Rate
7%
4%12%

Tax Filing Status
Years You've Owned Business
Earnout Period (if applicable)
Rollover Equity % Retained
20%
5%49%

Configure your parameters
and model your exit structures

— All Five Exit Structures Compared
— Total Proceeds Comparison (Before Tax)
— Payment Timeline by Structure
— Best Fit Scenarios

Which structure is right for you?

The numbers are a starting point. Your situation — tax basis, personal goals, buyer profile, and deal timing — determines which structure actually wins. Get a personalized analysis from our team, free for founding members.

Educational estimates only. Tax figures are approximations based on current federal long-term capital gains rates and do not account for state taxes, depreciation recapture, installment sale elections, or professional tax advice. Consult a qualified CPA and M&A attorney before making exit decisions.