If you’re thinking about selling your veterinary practice, understanding what potential buyers are looking for is crucial. According to Matt Arena from 360 Vet Sales, several factors play a significant role in determining your practice’s value. Number of doctors: Having at least two doctors is essential, as buyers are less likely to invest in a […]
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Veterinary practice owners often focus on the best times to sell, but it’s equally important to know when not to sell. Here are some situations where waiting may be the better option: You’re Not Ready Mentally: Selling a practice requires emotional and mental readiness. If you’re unsure, there’s no downside to finding its value, but you may […]
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The 2024 Western Veterinarian Conference (WVC) highlighted a growing trend among veterinary practice owners considering selling for reasons beyond retirement. Increasingly, owners are feeling the pressures of managing larger practices, struggling with staff retention, and facing difficulties competing against corporate platforms. Many expressed that the dynamics of managing a practice have shifted, with veterinarians now […]
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When selling a veterinary practice, ensuring a clear and accurate financial picture is key to maximizing value. Potential buyers will closely examine your financials, but there’s more to this process than just looking at profit and loss statements. This is where the concepts of “add-backs” and “one-offs” come into play. Understanding Add-Backs Add-backs refer to […]
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Selling your veterinary practice is a significant step and ensuring that you’re fully prepared can help maximize its value. Here’s how: Establish a Timeline: Ideally, plan at least 12 months in advance to allow ample time to organize your financials, operations, and team. Get Your Accounting in Order: Buyers want clean, well-documented financials. Ensure all […]
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Attending industry events like Veterinary Meeting & Expo (VMX) provides veterinary practice owners with invaluable insights. After participating in this year’s VMX, we gathered key observations that can significantly impact your decision-making process regarding the sale of your practice. Let’s dive deeper into the main takeaways: Strong Buyer Interest for 2023: One of the standout […]
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Veterinary practice owners often believe they can only sell their practice when they are ready to retire. However, selling your practice and retiring at the same time can create challenges in the sales process. Most buyers, especially corporate or private equity groups, prefer a three-year transition period where the seller stays on to maintain continuity […]
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When considering the sale of your veterinary practice, many owners compare their situation to peers who sold in the past at high multiples. However, the market has changed significantly over the last few years. During the COVID-19 pandemic, veterinary practices experienced a boom, leading to unprecedented valuations of up to 19x earnings before interest, taxes, […]
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