Articles and Resources for Buying and Selling a Home Care Business
Optimizing Accounts Receivable & Payroll Accruals Before the Sale
"Working Capital" is the most misunderstood term in M&A. Discover how reducing your AR days and managing payroll accruals 6 months before a sale can lower your "Peg" and increase your walk-away cash by hundreds of thousands.
Navigating the CHOW (Change of Ownership): Medicare & Licensure Pitfalls
You can agree on a price and wire the funds—but if CMS denies your "Change of Ownership" (CHOW), the deal is dead. Discover the regulatory landmines that kill healthcare exits, including the infamous "36-Month Rule" and the risks of assuming provider liability.
7 Silent Deal Killers: Why Profitable Healthcare Businesses Fail to Sell
Getting an LOI is just the starting gun. Nearly 50% of healthcare deals fail during due diligence. Discover the 7 "Silent Deal Killers"—like Owner Reliance and Co-Mingled Financials—and how to fix them before they tank your exit.
Are There Any Tips for Selling a Home Health Care Business?
Selling a home health agency requires more than a "For Sale" sign. From calculating EBITDA multiples to navigating the "CHOW" process, this guide covers the 7 critical steps to engineering a premium exit in the 2026 market.
How to Tell Your Staff You’re Selling (Without Everyone Quitting)
The #1 fear for home care owners is, 'If I tell my staff I'm selling, will they all quit?' This guide reveals the strategic roadmap for a confidential sale, including when to break the news and how to use 'Stay Bonuses' to protect your agency's value during the transition.
Are Home Care Businesses Recession-Proof? An Analysis for Buyers and Sellers
Is the home care industry truly recession-proof? We analyze the financial resilience of the market, from the 'Silver Tsunami' to Medicaid Waivers. Learn how Patient Census stability and diverse payer mixes drive Home Care Valuation even during economic uncertainty.
Why Should You Buy a Home Care Business?
Why build from scratch when you can acquire cash flow? We analyze the top financial reasons to buy an existing home care agency, from Patient Census stability and Medicaid Waivers to the critical value of inheriting a trained caregiver workforce.
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