Smith Co. is a firm specializing in financial advice for retired individuals. After some analysis, you have determined that an earnings multiplier of 7 is appropriate for this type of business....

Smith Co. is a firm specializing in financial advice for retired individuals. After some analysis, you have determined that an earnings multiplier of 7 is appropriate for this type of business. Smith’s most recent earnings totaled $250,000, and earnings per share was $4.50. What is the value of the firm based on the earnings multiplier?