Quality of Earnings Analysis
for Small Business Acquisitions
We help buyers uncover hidden risks and sellers substantiate earnings before a transaction. Every QoE is reviewed by a CFA charterholder with 14 years of M&A experience and purpose-built for small business deals under $10M.
Trusted Across Small Business Transactions
"Matt and Provafi provided exceptional diligence support—thorough, fast, and highly data-driven. The analysis gave us clear visibility into earnings quality and helped us move confidently toward closing."
Founder & Managing Director
Privately Held Holding Company
How It Works
We run the diligence process and deliver clear analysis so buyers can assess risk and sellers can prepare for transaction questions.
Intake & Discovery
Intro call to confirm fit, scope, and timing. NDA as needed. Preliminary financials uploaded.
Engagement & Kickoff
Engagement letter signed. Kickoff call. Full information request and data exchange.
Analysis
Initial findings package, review call, and follow-up with management or the bookkeeper as needed.
Delivery
Draft for review, then final report and databook. Deal-period support as included in the engagement scope.
Why Provafi for Your QoE?
Professional QoE analysis at a fraction of traditional costs
2–4 Week Turnaround
Get your Provafi QoE in 2–4 weeks depending on scope—normalized EBITDA, red flags, and lender-ready deliverables without the long wait of traditional firms.
$7K vs $20K+ Traditional Firms
Professional QoE analysis for a fraction of traditional costs. Focused and Full-Scope options—fixed-fee, no hourly billing, no surprises.
Expert-Led Analysis
Experienced judgment leads every engagement—from earnings quality and normalization adjustments to transaction risks and key findings.
Complete Deliverable Package
Executive summary memo or presentation-ready report and Excel databook—built for transaction stakeholders.
Purpose-Built for Sub-$10M Deals
Designed for small business acquisitions and sale processes where traditional-firm cost and timelines do not fit the transaction.
Ideal For
Business buyers, owners preparing to sell, independent sponsors, and family offices navigating sub-$10M transactions
SBA Buyers & Searchers
Evaluate target financials before committing to a $20K full QoE. Get normalized EBITDA, red flags, and professional analysis on your timeline to support lender discussions and investment decisions.
Business Owners Preparing to Sell
Document normalized earnings and adjustments before going to market. Anticipate buyer questions, reduce diligence surprises, and support a more efficient sale process.
Independent Sponsors & Family Offices
Screen platform and add-on opportunities with professional QoE analysis. Fixed-scope deliverable you can present to LPs or investment committees without the cost and timeline of traditional firms.
Ready to Get Started?
Book an intro call to confirm fit and discuss your timeline.