#180 - What is EBITDA?

July 14
13 mins

Episode Description

In this Coffee Break episode of Business Refocused, Carey and Lindsay break down one of the most important financial metrics for independent insurance agencies: EBITDA.

They explain what EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization) actually means, how to calculate it, and why it's a critical measure of your agency's true operating profitability. Whether you're focused on growth, acquisitions, or maximizing your agency's value, understanding EBITDA helps you make better financial decisions. 

Key takeaways include:

  •  What EBITDA is and why it matters 
  •  How to calculate EBITDA from your profit and loss statement 
  •  Why owner compensation and discretionary expenses should be adjusted 
  •  The role of one-time expenses in measuring profitability 
  •  How EBITDA impacts agency valuation and acquisition planning

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