by Child Care Insite | Jul 14, 2026 | Seller Tips
When a child care center goes under contract, many sellers assume the difficult part is over. The buyer has been found, a purchase agreement has been signed, and escrow has opened. Unfortunately, this is often when the most challenging phase of the transaction begins....
by Child Care Insite | Jul 13, 2026 | Seller Tips
One of the most common misconceptions in the child care industry is that a buyer who has been “prequalified” is essentially approved for financing. Unfortunately, that is not how commercial lending works. Every year, child care transactions fall apart...
by Child Care Insite | Jul 12, 2026 | Seller Tips
Many child care center owners believe that increasing the value of their business requires constructing new classrooms, expanding enrollment capacity, or opening additional locations. While expansion certainly has its place, it is often not the fastest, safest, or...
by Child Care Insite | Jun 21, 2026 | Seller Tips
Families remember more than just the classroom curriculum. They remember how communication felt, how problems were handled, how welcomed they felt at pickup and drop-off, and whether they trusted the center’s leadership. These experiences strongly influence retention,...
by Child Care Insite | Jun 20, 2026 | Seller Tips
Summer can be one of the most unpredictable times of year for child care center owners. School transitions, vacations, changing family schedules, and seasonal competition can all affect enrollment patterns. Without preparation, even strong centers may experience...
by Child Care Insite | Jun 19, 2026 | Seller Tips
Even strong child care centers experience periods where enrollment growth slows or completely stalls. For owners, stalled enrollment can feel frustrating — especially when staffing, overhead, and operational costs continue rising. But in many cases, enrollment...
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