How to Value a Veterinary Practice: EBITDA, Multiples & What Buyers Look For

Описание: 📈 Thinking of selling your veterinary practice — or buying one? Understanding how valuation really works is essential if you want to get a fair deal.

In this episode of the Standing Ovation Practice series, Dr. Joel Parker breaks down the fundamentals of veterinary practice valuation. Whether you’re a seasoned owner or an associate considering your first purchase, this is your roadmap to making smart, informed decisions.

You’ll learn:

What EBITDA is and why it’s the foundation of your practice’s value
The difference between private vs. corporate sales
What a “multiple” means and how it impacts your sale price
What makes a practice more valuable (hint: it's not just revenue)
How to increase your multiple and attract corporate interest

💡 If you’re aiming to create a sellable, scalable, or buy-worthy veterinary business, this episode will give you the insight and strategy you need.

👉 Like, subscribe, and drop a comment if you’d like help preparing your practice for sale—or evaluating one you're considering buying.

⏱️ CHAPTERS

00:00 Buying or Selling a Vet Practice? Start Here
00:26 Meet Dr. Joel Parker & This Week’s Topic
01:04 Practice Valuation 101: Profit & Multiples
01:25 What Is EBITDA & Why It Matters
02:15 The Role of Professional Evaluators
02:56 How Multiples Are Calculated (3-Year View)
03:32 Private vs Corporate Sales: Pros & Multiples
04:13 Examples: One-DVM vs Multi-DVM Practices
05:01 Key Factors That Boost Practice Value
05:42 What Makes a Standing Ovation Practice More Valuable
06:07 Summary & Takeaways
06:22 Like, Subscribe & Share With Colleagues

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