Happy 2026! Following what is now a multi-year tradition, I review the predictions for the previous year on child care mergers and acquisitions and look ahead at what is to come over the next year. What I said in 2025 with comments: What I said: “As President Trump takes office for the second time, there…
Having worked as a child care business mergers and acquisitions advisor since 1995, I know that when a child care owner contacts me, they are often interested in selling their child care business. One of the primary things they would like to know is its value. Knowing the value is key when considering the sale…
Introduction Planning your exit from your childcare business is a critical phase in your lifecycle as an entrepreneur. A well-thought-out exit strategy ensures the business’s continuity and maximizes the value derived from years of hard work. Exit planning involves preparing for the eventual ownership transition, which requires careful consideration and strategic planning. Understanding Exit Planning…
Childcare businesses, just like people, can be described as either healthy, a little sick, anemic, or gravely ill. When sick, humans often need a consultation with a doctor, the right medicine, and often a change in diet, lifestyle, habits, or a change from things that lead to their illness. We do not often think of…
You can do many projects yourself with motivation, hard work, and some instructions. However, selling your childcare business is not one of them. Every month, I receive calls and emails from childcare business owners who either sold their childcare business on their own or are in the middle of trying to sell their childcare business…
