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Key Takeaways − The real estate (land and building) for a child care business is often more valuable than the business itself due to high construction costs. Hiring a commercial appraiser, like one with an MAI certification, provides
Key Takeaways − Stabilization grant funds are non-recurring income and are generally deducted from gross revenues when determining business value. How grant funds were used impacts value; funds spent on wages or owner pay do not increase business
Key Takeaways − Buyers want features like a competent team, quality programs, and a strong reputation, but these alone do not determine the purchase price. The most important factor is business profits; buyers, from individuals to national groups,
Key Takeaways − Owner financing is common, especially for individual buyers who often need 5-10% to secure an SBA loan for their purchase. Private equity groups increasingly require significant owner financing, often 30% or more, to increase their
Key Takeaways − I am sorry, but you have not provided the article to summarize. Please provide the article text so I can create the requested list. House budget lacks child care stabilization by Liz Bell, EducationNC April
Key Takeaways − Succession Planning focuses on transferring the business to a family member or key employee, preparing them over time. Exit Planning prepares the business for transfer to an outside third-party buyer, not an internal successor. The
Key Takeaways − Not having a Plan B can be costly if heirs are not interested in taking over the family childcare business. Without an exit plan, you risk selling your business for far less than its optimal
Key Takeaways − The 2023 outlook for childcare mergers and acquisitions is a continued decline, influenced by recession fears, inflation, high interest rates, and labor shortages. Depletion of Stabilization Grant funds will suppress acquisitions and values, leading to
