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Myers La Roche believe in a sustainable and stable healthcare sector enriched by individuality, variety and care. A world in which independent healthcare businesses can thrive thanks to clarity, empowerment and opportunity.
Looking to buy an independent optical practice? Or are you an owner seeking an insight into the health of the practice sales market and to glean what your practice might be worth by looking at our portfolio? Learn more
There are 2 ways to grow optical practices and we are uniquely placed to help with both: Growing your practice organically, and growing via a merger or acquisition. Learn more
You only get the chance to exit your business once – you need to do it right first time. The decision of how and when to exit from your audiology business – often a lifetime's work – is one of the biggest and most important decisions you will ever make. Learn more
The sale of your practice is one of the most significant transactions you will ever make. It is therefore important to make any decisions about a sale of all, or part of your business from a fully informed position. Learn more
"A very professional but friendly service. Joanne Coffey was extremely supportive and helpful. All staff I dealt with were polite & helpful. I didn't feel like "just a number"
Joan Royd, Worcestershire
"“Dominic and Georgie, I would like to thank you personally for all you have done for us. Selling a practice has certainly been a learning curve. You did tremendously well to obtain the price you did for us. But it’s the straightforward, reflective, and kind way in which you have dealt with us that I enjoyed most.”"
Rory Robinson, Egham, Surrey
"Dominic went out of his way to ensure that the transaction completed smoothly. He provided invaluable advice and helped navigate delicate issues with the vendor, solicitors, landlord and banks. A first class service for both vendors and purchasers. Highly recommended."
HL, London
Latest insights
Explore our latest industry insights to gain a competitive edge in your optician practice.
Case Study: The benefits of exit planning to achieve an optimised sale within the optical sector
Following a structured exit plan designed via our Exit 360 PathfinderTM service we have recently completed on the sale of an optical practice in West Yorkshire.
The 5 megatrends set to shape the future of the independent optics and how to harness them in your practice
Megatrends are forces that are reshaping the optical business landscape and the future prospects of independent practice owners in significant ways.
Megatrend One: Significant Inflation in practice values
The transfer value of strong, profitable practices is set to rocket over the long-term.
Megatrend Two: "Islandification" and Trading Location Evolution
Trading conditions and commercial terms for leases on high streets will continue to evolve, bringing both threats and opportunities to optical businesses.
Megatrend Three: Increasingly differentiated operating models in the independent sector
Privatisation & Shared Care will continue to shake up the standard operating model for independents.
Megatrend Four: Improving ease of ownership and operational experience
It will become easier and a more enjoyable experience to run your practice.
Megatrend Five: Suppliers are Not Necessarily The Best Advisors When Selling Your Business
This megatrend trend could adversely affect your personal wealth unless you get informed on the facts and take appropriate action.
Thinking of Starting a Practice From Scratch
Starting your own business is one of the most rewarding and challenging things you can do, particularly in independent optics where you are likely to be the clinician as well as the business owner.
Giving something back whilst staying hydrated
Our unique relationship with AquAid has also given our company the opportunity to help those less fortunate than ourselves because with each purchase an automatic donation is made to the Africa Trust.
What's The Value of Your Commute?
Here at Myers La Roche, we talk daily about value. Not surprising, given that we value over 100 independent optical businesses every year.
Optical Practice Valuation Guide: Expert Tips and Insights
Having provided specialist optical practice valuations for over two decades, the following guide is designed to provide answers to the questions the Myers La Roche team are most frequently asked.
Choose the right insurance policy for your optical practice
Choosing the cheapest insurance policy can potentially be both short-sighted and expensive
The Perils of Short Cuts, and Trying to Take the Easy Route
Indecision and procrastination on the timing for a business sale and retirement are common
Optical Insights Salary Survey
Recruitment and Retention of high-quality staff is the single biggest issue facing the optical industry in the UK and Ireland today. Our Salary Survey is a chance for your voice to be heard on this key issue
How to Retire Like a Rockstar
In this book, Dominic Watson takes you on a very different retirement journey, one that is fun and leads to a dynamic and enthralling destination. He shows you how retirement can be done on your terms. Using incredible, real life case studies this book will give you the insights on how to live the life you want.
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