Live App Valuations & Selling Your App in 2026 | Sub Club Live With Evelin Herrera

Описание: In this Sub Club Live, David Barnard is joined by Evelin Herrera, founder of EHVM Apps Capital, for an in-depth discussion on the current state of the app market and what it takes to sell your app in 2026. Evelin, who closes over $10 million in deals annually, shares her insider perspective on what buyers are really looking for.

This session covers:

–The State of the Market (03:10): Is it a buyer's or a seller's market? Evelin explains why it's a good time for high-quality apps.
–Financial vs. Strategic Buyers (03:44): Understand the crucial difference and how it impacts your valuation.
–The Impact of AI (09:16): Do buyers actually care if your app has AI features? The answer might surprise you.
–What Buyers REALLY Want (14:00): A deep dive into the metrics that matter most, including retention benchmarks, profitability, and the organic vs. paid acquisition debate.
–The Dangers of Earn-Outs (23:39): David shares a personal story of an earn-out that didn't pay out, and Evelin provides advice on how to structure them.
–Founder Psychology (04:49): The emotional side of selling your "baby" and what to expect post-acquisition.
–Live App Valuations (29:18): Watch as Evelin gives ballpark valuations for apps from the live audience.

Don't miss this opportunity to get expert advice on buying, selling, and valuing apps.

Guest: Evelin Herrera (  / evelinherrera   )
Host: David Barnard

00:00 - Introduction
01:58 - Meet Evelin Herrera, Founder of EHVM Apps Capital
03:10 - The State of the App M&A Market in 2026
03:44 - Financial vs. Strategic Buyers: What's the Difference?
06:45 - How Taxes & QSBS Can Impact Your Exit
09:16 - Do Buyers Really Care About AI Features?
10:13 - The Risk of Selling a "Copycat" App
14:00 - What Buyers Are Really Looking For (Retention & Profitability)
17:27 - The Weekly Subscription Trap
20:52 - Do Founders Need to Stay On After an Acquisition?
23:39 - The Dangers of Earn-Outs: A Cautionary Tale
27:28 - Are "Zombie Subscribers" Inflating Your MRR?
29:18 - Live App Valuations