Professional & Personal Services Business Advisory
Law firms, medical practices, accounting firms, consulting, beauty, fitness, and other service businesses.
Valuation (SDE)
1.5x–3.0x
Valuation (EBITDA)
3.0x–5.0x
Typical Exit Timeline
6–12 months typical
Key Valuation Drivers
California-Specific Considerations
- !Professional corporation requirements (PC, APC)
- !Licensing transfer and successor requirements
- !Non-solicitation vs non-compete (CA restrictions)
- !Goodwill allocation in professional practice sales
Common Entity Structure
Professional Corp (PC/APC) or S-Corp. Compare entity structures for your specific income →
Tools for Professional & Personal Services Business Owners
What Is My Professional & Personal Services Business Worth?
Pre-loaded with professional & personal services industry multiples
CalculatorEntity Structure Tax Comparison
Common structure: Professional Corp (PC/APC) or S-Corp
ChecklistExit Readiness Checklist
33 factors — financial, operational, legal, personal
CalculatorPartner Buyout Estimator
Four buyout structures with after-tax analysis
Professional & Personal Services-Specific Guides
Best Business Structure for Professional Services in California
Optimize your professional services business structure in California. Learn about LLCs, S-Corps, C-Corps, tax savings, and liability protection for your practice.
Selling a Professional Services Business in California: A Comprehensive Guide
Dennis Duitch's guide to selling a professional services business in California. Learn valuation, preparation, deal structure, and post-sale strategies.
Common Situations for Professional & Personal Services Owners
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Dennis Duitch has advised professional & personal services business owners on exits, tax strategy, partner disputes, and succession for over 30 years — including firms acquired by CBIZ, restructured for sale, and transitioned to next-generation leadership.
MBA, Northwestern University · CPA · Certified Business Appraiser · Mediator · 30+ years of practice