Comparison to Other Business Valuation Methods in Toronto & Across Canada
How Eric Jordan’s 25 Factors & 5 Senses methodologies for business valuation in Toronto, the GTA, and across Canada compare to traditional CBV valuation engagements in a data-driven, AI-powered economy.
Average valuation fee: $3,500 CAD · Typical range: $1,500 – $15,000
Fee Range: $1,500 - $15,000 · Basic Average: $3,500
Overview
As of August 2025, intangible assets dominate business valuation more than ever. Global corporate intangible value surged 28% in 2024 and now represents over 90% of market value for S&P 500 companies, driven by AI, digital innovation, data, and intellectual property.
This reality strongly supports Eric Jordan’s “25 Factors Affecting Business Valuation” and the “5 Senses Inspection Report” methodologies, which focus on the real-world drivers of value that traditional financial-only models often miss in business valuation in Toronto, the GTA, and across Canada.
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Data Research Results
We conducted a deep review of available data to compare Eric Jordan’s methodologies against traditional Chartered Business Valuator (CBV) service levels in Canada. CBVs typically offer three tiers: Estimate, Calculation, and Comprehensive engagements. Eric Jordan provides a single tier: Top-Level Service for business valuation in Canada, often chosen by Toronto business owners who need defensible FMV.
DATA RESEARCH 1
| Methodology | Score (%) |
|---|---|
| Eric Jordan "25 Factors" Methodology | 97.1 |
| CBV Comprehensive Report | 81.4 |
| CBV Calculation Engagement | 72.9 |
| CBV Estimate Engagement | 64.3 |
DATA RESEARCH 2
| Methodology | Score (%) |
|---|---|
| Eric Jordan Methodology | 92.9 |
| CBV Comprehensive | 80.0 |
| CBV Calculation | 71.4 |
| CBV Estimate | 61.4 |
Our data shows the Eric Jordan methodologies as clearly superior to all three CBV engagement levels for practical, defensible business valuation in Canada, including complex mandates in Toronto and the GTA.
Comparison Chart: Eric Jordan vs. CBV Engagements
| Aspect | Eric Jordan Methodologies | CBV: Calculation Engagement | CBV: Estimate Engagement | CBV: Comprehensive Valuation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost to Client | $1,500–$15,000 CAD — AVG $3,500 | $2,000–$5,000 CAD | $7,500–$12,000 CAD | $15,000–$50,000+ CAD |
| Timeframe for Completion | Moderate (1 to 3 weeks), efficient. | Fast (days). | Moderate (weeks). | Long (months). |
| Support for Negotiations | Strong, confidence-building. | Minimal. | Moderate. | Strong, litigation support for public corporations. |
| Applicability to Financing | Tailored for programs like CSBFP and lender expectations in Toronto and across Canada. | Limited. | Sometimes accepted. | Often required for public-corporation legal/financing. |
| Client Understanding & Transparency | Clear, actionable, client-focused. | Limited clarity. | Moderate. | High detail, potential for overwhelm. |
| Depth of Analysis | Comprehensive yet practical. | Minimal. | Moderate. | Comprehensive but time-consuming. |
| Market Assumptions | Emphasizes open-market with practical analysis. | Minimal verification. | Moderate analysis. | Detailed analysis, limited sensory checks. |
| Practical Experience | Prioritizes hands-on business experience. | Little to no hands-on experience required. | Some real-world data incorporation. | Focus on technical expertise. |
| Focus on Historical Data | Historical data plus forward-looking real-world insights. | Heavy reliance on historical data. | Moderate reliance with some analysis. | Extensive use of historical data and trends. |
| Hard Asset Valuation | Real-world FMV with sensory verification. | Mainly uses depreciated book values. | Minimal detail on adjustment to book values. | Includes adjusted values, lacks real-world checks. |
| Intangible Assets | Central focus, up to 90% weight. | Rarely considered. | Limited recognition. | Included, often theoretically. |
Why Choose the Eric Jordan Methodology?
- Holistic Valuation: We look beyond mere numbers, valuing the heartbeat of your business through our “25 Factors Affecting Business Valuation”, with emphasis on brand, R&D, workforce, and customer relationships.
- Practicality: The “5 Senses Inspection Report” gives a tangible, real-world read on your assets, engaging sight, sound, touch, atmosphere, and more.
- Cost-Effectiveness: You get comprehensive insights at a fraction of the cost of a CBV Comprehensive Valuation, with an average fee of about $3,500 for private businesses.
- Market Relevance: Valuations are aligned with the legal standard of Fair Market Value and built to reflect how real buyers, lenders, and tribunals behave in business valuation in Toronto, the GTA, and across Canada.
- Experience-Driven: The approach prioritizes practical operating and ownership experience over purely academic theory, resulting in valuations that resonate with the realities of running a business.
Key Differentiators
- Emphasis on Intangibles: Recognizes that in today’s economy, 70–90% of value is often intangible—goodwill, reputation, systems, people, and digital presence.
- Flexibility & Efficiency: Comprehensive work in weeks, not months, without sacrificing depth or defensibility.
- Financing-Ready Reports: Built to serve programs like the Canada Small Business Financing Program and other lenders, making access to capital easier.
- Transparency: Reports are written in clear, actionable language so owners, lawyers, and lenders can all understand the logic behind the numbers.
Choose the Eric Jordan approach for a valuation that is comprehensive, court-ready, and grounded in the true economic engines of your business.
For more information or to schedule a valuation in Toronto, the GTA, or anywhere in Canada, call 877 355 8004 or email pindotca@gmail.com.