Reading Time: 8 minutesSelling your practice may feel years away, but the best outcomes come from planning early. Understanding what drives veterinary practice valuations now gives you the power to grow value, protect your legacy, and prepare for the smoothest transition when you decide the time is right.
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by: Rich Lester | Last Updated: June 5, 2025 | 5 min read
Normalized EBITDA Explained (And Why It Matters To Your Vet Practice Sale)
Reading Time: 8 minutesYour practice’s value tomorrow depends on the steps you take today. Since EBITDA drives nearly every veterinary valuation, owners thinking of selling in the next decade should understand it now to position their practice for success.
Uncover the Truth: Are Veterinary Practice Appraisals a Smart Investment?
Reading Time: 4 minutesThinking of selling in the next decade? A veterinary practice appraisal isn’t just about numbers, it’s about insight. Learn how your hospital is valued so you can grow, plan, and secure the future you want.
Veterinary Practice Sales 2025 | Q3 Veterinary Industry Market Update
Reading Time: 17 minutesThe 2025 Q3 Veterinary Industry Market Update from Ackerman Group analyzes valuation shifts, industry headwinds, and emerging trends impacting veterinary practice sales in today’s evolving market.
Veterinary Practice Sales 2025 | Quarter 2 Market Update
Reading Time: 16 minutesValuations remain strong in 2025, but shifting industry trends are creating uncertainty. Our Q2 update breaks down what’s fueling demand, where risks may lie, and how to plan if selling is in your 5–10 year horizon.
The Legal Framework Allowing Corporations to Own Vet Practices
Reading Time: 5 minutesCorporate ownership is reshaping veterinary medicine. For practice owners eyeing a sale in the next decade, understanding how consolidators buy, operate, and value practices is key to planning a successful exit.
Revealed: How Private Equity is Reshaping Veterinary Care
Reading Time: 11 minutesPrivate equity capital is changing how veterinary practices are bought and valued. If selling is on your 5–10 year horizon, learning how PE influences the market can help you prepare for the best outcome.
What’s Next for the Market? Eventual IPOs & What it Means for Veterinary Hospitals
There's been a lot of chatter about possibly seeing a big veterinary services company like the newly formed Mission Pet Health or Vetcor go public soon. There was a lot of noise...
Veterinary Practice Sales 2025 | Quarter 1 Market Update
VeterinaryPractice SalesQ1 Market Update APRIL 2025Backed by extensive research and dataexclusively from Ackerman GroupTo our ReadersGary Ackerman (804) 334-7387 Rich Lester...
Top 5 Team Employment Issues to Know in Veterinary Practice Transactions
Reading Time: 6 minutesThe deal doesn’t end at closing. Employment terms like non-competes and work schedules can shape your post-sale reality. Understanding them early helps you prepare for a transition that fits your goals.
What is a Recapitalization and Why is it Important to My Practice Sale?
Reading Time: 6 minutesA recap can give you a second payday after selling your practice, if you understand how it works. For owners considering a sale in the next 5–10 years, knowing the risks and rewards is key to making the right choice.
Essential Deal Terms Explained…So You Can Master Transaction Structures Now
Reading Time: 6 minutesPrice is only one piece of your practice sale. Deal terms like holdbacks, earn-outs, and working capital drive your final payout. Understanding them today sets you up for a better exit tomorrow.
Joint Ventures in Vet Practice Sales: Is It For Me?
As a veterinary practice owner, making all the decisions about your business has probably become second nature. If you’re considering entering into a joint venture (JV) as part...
Is Your Vet Practice Better Positioned in a ‘Group’ Sale? Find Out Now
At Ackerman Group, our main goal is to tailor transactions that fit your personal and professional needs. This focus is at the heart of what we do, but we also strive to maximize...
Master Associate Vet Relationships: Top 4 Strategies to Ensure Sales
The Importance of Associate Veterinarian Relationships Building strong relationships with your Associate Veterinarians is a major component to having a successful vet practice...
How to Choose the Right Veterinary Practice Broker: Key Questions to Ask
Reading Time: 7 minutesChoosing the right broker is one of the most important decisions in selling your practice. The right partner can protect your value, your team, and your legacy, making the difference between a smooth or stressful sale.
Why are So Many Veterinary Hospitals Selling to Corporate?
Reading Time: 4 minutesWhy are so many veterinary hospitals selling? Factors like market demand, owner lifestyle goals, and financial realities all play a role. For those eyeing a sale in the next 5–10 years, the timing may be critical.
Real Estate Renters & Owners: 8 Crucial Terms to Address in Your Veterinary Practice Sale
Reading Time: 7 minutesReal estate is often overlooked in practice sales. But for owners planning to sell in the next 5–10 years, it’s a key decision that can add value or create complications depending on how you structure it.
Assessing your Options for your Veterinary Real Estate Owners – Sell or Hold Your Property?
The Dilemma of Selling or Holding Real Estate in Your Veterinary Practice Sale Practice owners who also own the practice’s property often grapple with a dilemma after Closing: Do...
9 Meaningful Ways Brokers Add Value to Your Practice Sale
For many owners, selling their practice is the biggest financial transaction of their life. Working with an experienced broker helps make sure you achieve a sale that truly...
Can Your Advisory Team Handle These 5 Aspects of Veterinary Practice Sales?
Leading a veterinary hospital is a lot of work when you’re balancing patient care, management challenges, and building a successful culture, all while ensuring you have enough...
5 Tax Deferral Methods for a Vet Practice Sale
Reading Time: 6 minutesA smart sale means more than a strong valuation. By planning ahead with tax strategies, practice owners can protect more of their proceeds and ensure a smoother financial future.
Maximize Your Profits: 4 Smart Tactics to Defer Taxes After Selling
Reading Time: 6 minutesSelling your practice doesn’t have to mean a huge tax bill upfront. With the right deferral strategies, owners planning to sell in the next decade can ease the burden and keep more of what they’ve earned.
Veterinary Practice Sold? Don’t Miss Out on Tax Savings for Your Retirement
Reading Time: 6 minutesMany practice owners underestimate the role of taxes in a sale. Planning for the impact can be the difference between a deal that just closes and one that sets up your long-term success.
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