Posts by Author: Melani Seymour

Key takeaways The fee should buy search work, not hope: define the target market, outreach, screening, reporting, and milestones before signing. Published veterinary pricing is not a neutral survey: dated trade-press and vendor sources place fees typically at 20% to 30% of first-year compensation, occasionally lower. The agreement carries the risk: clarify the fee base,…

Key takeaways There is no single national death outcome. The entity, governing documents, estate plan, state veterinary rules, bank authority, and clinical registrations answer different parts of the problem. A deceased owner’s DEA registration terminates. The rule applies to that registration; it does not automatically decide whether other properly licensed and registered clinicians may keep…

A vet practice owner’s salary is part compensation, part reward for risk, part substitute for profit. It varies depending on whether the owner is producing cases, overseeing a team, prepping for exit, or just trying to stabilize after a tough year. What most veterinary owners miss is this: salary isn’t just about paying yourself, it’s…

Veterinary Practice Transitions: A Guide for Clinic Owners  Navigating successful veterinary practice transitions requires meticulous financial preparation, strategic buyer competition, and careful communication plans to protect your clinic’s valuation, staff morale, and legacy. Because corporate buyers and private equity firms use advanced deal structures, partnering with specialized sell-side advisors ensures you secure maximum EBITDA multiples and…