Document your company's value before the tax event.
Since January 2026, Belgium taxes gains on private company stakes. A date-certain valuation snapshot gives you a defensible reference — and can significantly reduce your tax.
~3 min · No obligation · Evidence layer, not tax advice
Business value drivers beyond profit
Company value is driven by more than the balance sheet. We use five categories that are clearly understandable to legal, tax, and accounting professionals.
Financial base
Core financial health and trajectory.
Operational assets
Systems and capabilities that support delivery.
Market position
Competitive and channel strength.
Revenue engine
Quality and predictability of income.
Strategic assets
Differentiators and exclusivity.
How it works
A structured approach to documented company value: consultation, data collection, analysis by business value drivers, and a date-certain report for your tax and legal advisors.
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Free consultation
We assess your situation and whether a valuation snapshot makes sense.
~30 min -
Data collection
You share financial and operational information.
1–2 weeks -
Structured analysis
We assess your company across the five business value driver categories.
1–2 weeks -
Report delivered
A date-certain valuation snapshot your advisors can use as a reference.
Deliverable
Why the formula leaves money on the table
The statutory formula (equity + 4×EBITDA) was designed for simplicity — not accuracy. For most companies, it systematically understates value by ignoring business value drivers that buyers actually pay for.
Statutory formula
equity + 4 × EBITDA
Documented value
with documented value drivers
Potential tax difference at 10%
€70k – €120k
on a €4M sale — illustrative example
Illustrative only. Based on a typical Belgian tech services company. Actual values depend on your company's financials and value driver profile. Not tax advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the new capital gains tax in Belgium?
From 1 January 2026, gains on the sale of substantial shareholdings in private companies are taxed at 10%. A €1 million lifetime exemption applies. The reference value for the tax base is set by law; without a documented valuation, the statutory formula (equity + 4× EBITDA) applies.
Why does the statutory formula undervalue my company?
The formula (equity + 4× EBITDA) ignores business value drivers such as recurring revenue, proprietary technology, customer contracts, and brand strength. Buyers often pay more than the formula suggests. A documented valuation captures these drivers and can reduce your tax base.
What is the deadline?
To benefit from a date-certain valuation snapshot for the 2026 capital gains tax, you should have your documentation in place before the tax event. For many situations, acting before 31 December 2027 is relevant.
Ready to document what your company is really worth?
Start with a free consultation. We will assess whether a valuation snapshot makes sense for your situation — and if it does, your advisors will have something concrete to work with.