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How to Calculate Seller Discretionary Earnings Correctly

How to calculate seller discretionary earnings correctly

How to Calculate Seller Discretionary Earnings Correctly Quick Answer SDE calculation starts with net income and adds back nine line items: one owner’s W-2 compensation, owner benefits, interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, one-time costs, documented personal expenses, and above-market family payroll. The formula is SDE = Net Income + Owner Comp + Owner Benefits + Interest […]