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CPA and tax practices are priced on annual fee revenue, with recurring compliance work valued more highly than one-off projects. Enter your numbers for a range.
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How this valuation is worked out
The market pays roughly 0.9 to 1.35 times annual revenue. Practices with heavy monthly bookkeeping and advisory work sit at the top; practices concentrated in seasonal tax preparation sit lower because the revenue is harder to retain.
A worked example
A tax and bookkeeping practice billing $900K a year with 85% recurring compliance work. At 0.9–1.35× revenue that is $810K–$1.2M, with monthly bookkeeping retainers valued more highly than one-off seasonal returns.
Multiple ranges reviewed September 2026, based on offers buyers in our network are making today. They are a guide, not a quote — see how the process works.
What moves your number
- Recurring compliance and advisory work versus seasonal returns
- Client retention through the transition year
- Average fee per client — higher fees mean fewer clients to keep
- Staff who stay on after the sale
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Common questions
How is the price usually paid?
Most commonly over three to five years, with the amount adjusted for the clients retained each year.
Does my software matter?
Modestly. A buyer on the same platform has a cleaner transition, which supports the price.
Should I sell before or after tax season?
Most deals complete after filing season so the buyer inherits a full cycle of work.