By David King, DVM, CVA Simmons Southcentral – Wow, 2020 was rough but like most challenges veterinarians persevered. Now it’s 2021 and there are new issues facing practice owners deciding on an exit strategy. There seems to be a shortage of veterinarians which... Read more
When it comes to practice ownership, we are living in a gilded age, or time of rapid economic growth, for many. Owners have a “bull market” of buyers from the corporate consolidator realm seeking their favor, but this is not news anymore. So many have “cashed out”... Read more
Wilson W. McManus II, DVM CVPM -Simmons & Associates MidSouth – Every year without exception, normally just after the first of the year, the pricing increase letters start rolling in from most of the major pharmaceutical companies, pet food manufacturers... Read more
As the owner of two Simmons territories, the Northwest and Midwest, my team and I cover a total of 13 states. Nearly all of our clients are telling us they are the busiest they have ever been. Many are reaching capacity. They tell us they could see more clients and... Read more
The first quarter of 2020 proved to be similar in most regards to the preceding quarters of 2019 marked by economic growth, low unemployment, and strong financial markets. That changed suddenly with a disease caused by a coronavirus, termed Covid-19, following its... Read more
You Asked, We Answered! Dr. King and Nikki Nitz answer the questions you are asking about the impact of COVID19 on the value of your veterinary practice! Have more questions? Contact your regional Simmons advisor, we are happy to discuss your practice and answer your... Read more
The new 3rd edition expands and amends the sold out 2nd edition. Written by the experts at Simmons, this book is aimed at helping veterinarians better understand the intricacies of veterinary practice sales, valuations and ownership.
