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As one of the healthcare industry's go-to intermediaries we can tell you TODAY how many of our registered strategic and financial buyers would like to explore the acquisition of your home health (confidentially of course). Let us share the knowledge of how we drive successful transactions with you, so that we can help you succeed in selling your home health.
Our knowledge and experience has enabled us to register the largest amount of home health and buyers available. These are both strategic and financial buyers with cash set aside NOW to buy home health agencies. They have asked us to identify sellers and present them. In other words, we truly DO have buyers waiting.
Others will tell you that it could take upwards of a year or more to find a buyer. Or that you have to pay up-front or monthly fees and sign an exclusive 18 month contract. THEY ARE WRONG. Contact us today for better, more innovative, flexible solutions.
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10 - Falling Victim to a Lack of Confidentiality:
Once word gets out that the business is being sold; employees may question their future, customers may start checking out your competitors, and vendors may hold back on deals. The value of your business can drop quickly if you do not maintain confidentiality. There are several steps to take that make sure that doesn't happen.
9 - Not knowing the ropes:
As with anything you do, whether business or in life, there will be a learning curve when starting something new. Learn the nomenclature and what the selling process typically entails so that the deal is structured properly and you come out a winner.
8 - Not knowing where to find, and how to identify, the best and hungriest buyers:
Local buyers are great. They know the demand for your business within your area and are most likely looking to make a solid financial move. Unlike local buyers though, national buyers are normally making a strategic play; paying a higher dollar amount to expand or gain a foot-hold within your state or region; Often paying much more in order to do so. Finding the best offer through competitive bidding is much easier when there are qualified, larger strategic buyers in the game, not just local players. You obviously need to spend time on serious buyers only. When you sell your business you can only sell to ONE buyer.
7 - Not knowing how to value or even what is valuable within your company:
"What are the current multiples of E.B.I.T.D.A that my type of company is selling for right now…Or how about within the past few months? How much per bed? or since I have X in Medicare income can I get a multiple of revenue instead of just a multiple of earnings?....what are the current formulas and multiples being used to figure out the value of MY business....or any medical business for that matter?".
I would love to be able to share all of that here, in this article; the problem is that it's always changing. While the first and foremost value of companies in today’s environment are often valued by their profits there are quite a few other aspects of your company that could be worth far more or at minimum play a substantial role in it's true value: Income mix (Medicare/private), number of beds, number of patients, provider number, growth, property, customer base, contracts, C.O.N or not, State, and region and so on and so forth. The list goes on and is always evolving. Understanding the value of these and how they relate to your business significantly changes how much you will end up with in your pocket.
6 - Being unable to defend/substantiate your valuation:
You have worked for years to build value within your business. Now you've spent countless hours doing all of your homework and research to set a monetary value for that business; you must be prepared to defend and substantiate that value. Prepare all of the facts that you have to specifically defend that value vigorously.
5 - Waiting too long to sell:
If you are reading this, you most likely are looking into selling your business. Just like most multiple choice questions, in this case "to sell or not to sell', the "gut feeling" answer is most likely the right answer. Many business owners regret not selling at the most opportune time. By waiting, they encounter increased competition or an unfavorable change in; market conditions, taxes, or other governmental policies. If you are thinking of selling, pay attention to the "gut feeling" as to why and then take a look at all of the other factors. Defining the value of your business now is simple compared to predicting its value within the indefinite future.
4 - Thinking from your point of view instead of the buyer's point of view:
It is very common and natural to view most things, from how other people should act, to the opinions they should have, from our own perspective. This is due to our own unique life experiences and other factors. Unfortunately, if you fail to view the sale of your business from the BUYER'S perspective a lot of opportunity can be overlooked. What the buyer sees as valuable and what you see as valuable within your business- are often two different things. Considering a Buyer’s point of view also helps when looking at, trying to understand, and then negotiate acceptable terms.
3 - Not planning for the sale of your business:
You wouldn't sell your vehicle without a wash, a little vacuuming, and maybe even a wax, right?
There is often a mistaken idea that a business can be sold without any real "polishing". As a result the business is not, tweaked, improved, or optimized to produce the highest sale price. What can be done varies widely from business to business, but as we'll cover more in depth later, perhaps you should "look at it from the Buyer's perspective". That will help you figure out what might need a "new coat of wax"
2 - Not knowing the steps to selling your business:
What would the protocol be if I were to have a meeting with the queen of England? What steps, from entry to exit, would I take to make sure that I did everything right? I have NO idea! I've never met her before, nor have I ever received counsel from anyone about the subject. Sure, I’ve had thousands of meetings, just not one exactly like that.
With that said, it is very understandable why a business owner doesn't know the exact steps to selling their business. Most business owners will only experience that once or twice. Sure, they've sold valuable assets before, just not quite like the one they’re selling now. Unfortunately, not knowing the exact steps can leave you at a severe disadvantage and will cause a lot of money to be left at the table.
1 - Not utilizing the skills of professionals:
You should highly consider seeking out sound business advice, guidance, and assistance from professionals who have been involved with the sale of other similar medical businesses. You will sell a few businesses this lifetime, they will sell a few THIS MONTH. Whether it is valuation, defending valuation, or having a list of registered buyers; a good advisor/intermediary will be able to help. They will take away almost all of the headaches and bring buyers and experience to the table that would not have been there otherwise. Selling is a complicated process and not one that should be taken on without expert assistance.
Top 10 Mistakes Sellers Make
Frequently Asked Questions
What is my company worth?
Many healthcare companies sell within a range between 3-6 X normalized EBITDA. This most commonly used formula is a pretax earnings multiplier that assumes an asset purchase where the seller keeps the cash and accounts receivable and is responsible for any liabilities associated with the company. Larger, more profitable companies, with the desired Payor Mix can sell for a premium above the range while smaller, marginally profitable companies can sell for a discount below the range. There are MANY variables and we offer a FREE “no obligation” preliminary evaluation to determine a "Most Likely Selling Price" for most healthcare companies.
How long will it take?
The seller has a lot to gain by following a carefully measured process. In order to allow time for: a) the collection and analysis of data for valuation, b) the qualification of prospective buyers and the execution of confidentiality agreements, c) the negotiation of the letter of intent, d) the completion of due diligence and finally, e) the negotiation of the definitive purchase agreement and the transfer of all applicable licenses, most sellers can expect a 90 – 120 day process from the decision to sell to the close of the transaction. In a hot market the timetable can be accelerated, but in cooler times the pace can be glacial.
Do we know a buyer?
Yes, we have the largest amount of registered buyers of home health, hospice, DME/HME, medical staffing, acute care, long term care, diagnostic imaging and all other healthcare service providers available. Also, because we are always in the market, we know who’s buying and how much they're paying. And if we don’t already have enough registered buying prospects, we will conduct a dedicated search to identify and qualify new ones; specifically for your business.
What is the difference between an ASSET PURCHASE purchase and a STOCK SALE?
In a stock sale, the seller sells the actual corporation including all assets and liabilities, usually including cash, accounts receivable, bank debt, and all IRS/CMS liabilities. In an asset purchase, the buyer only buys certain core assets of the company, usually leaving the seller with the cash, accounts receivable and all liabilities associated with the company. Whether a transaction is a asset purchase or a stock sale, who actually gets what assets and liabilities at closing is entirely negotiable. Because of the risk associated with contingent liabilities, many (but not all) transactions in the healthcare industry are asset deals. In all cases, it is extremely important to consult with a qualified tax advisor and an experienced transactional attorney before entering into any binding agreements.
What about personal expenses that the seller runs through the business?
The most commonly used metric for valuation analysis is adjusted EBITDA. In the case of a private company with significant personal (e.g. country club dues, owner's vehicles, etc.) or non-recurring expenses (e.g. fire, lawsuit, etc.), it is appropriate to calculate an adjusted EBITDA and to present a recast or restated financial statement that reflects the normalized financial characteristics of the company along with the actual numbers. However, it is absolutely imperative to disclose, explain, and defend each assumption used to adjust the actual EBITDA in a clear, honest and forthright manner.
What is required during due diligence?
Due diligence is the verification of all representations made by the seller upon which an offer has been based. Due diligence is not initiated until after an offer has been accepted and a letter of intent has been executed. Sellers can expect buyers to exhaustively review all clinical, operational, and financial records. For most sellers this process should require a few representatives of the buyer to spend a week or so near the corporate headquarters of the seller. That time is spent mainly offsite with occasional visits, after hours to the actual business itself. The buyer should then immediately conduct a final analysis of all pertinent information and proceed to the negotiation of the definitive purchase agreement with the seller. If due diligence verifies the representations of the seller, the definitive purchase agreement should reflect the price and terms agreed upon in the letter of intent.
How is Confidentiality protected?
We understand that the sensitive nature of each transaction requires complete confidentiality. Employees, patients, suppliers, and the competition need not know your intentions until you are ready to announce that a deal has closed. We guard your proprietary information: executing confidentiality agreements with each and every qualified prospective buyer, seller, or third party. Furthermore, we don’t provide comprehensive information about our clients just because someone has signed a confidentiality or nondisclosure agreement. We start with preliminary summary information and provide more detail on an “as needed” basis only when appropriate.
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