"Recently I sold my Animal Hospital, which I owned and operated for 23 years. First I tried to accomplish this daunting task on my own. After about one and one half years of not really getting anywhere I decided to enlist professional help. I signed on with PS Broker and let me tell you I was completely satisfied. These two ladies are specialists in the marketing and sale of veterinary practices both large and small. They were able to efficiently evaluate and determine a fair and marketable price for my practice. Then they helped handle all phases of finding and presenting my office to the interested parties. Pennie and Shawn were there for me handling all the details at each step all the way up and through the closing. For anyone contemplating the sale or acquisition of a veterinary practice, I enthusiastically recommend you use PS Broker. You’ll be glad you did." Sincerely, Dr. Michael Shaff, Coral Springs, Florida

"I contacted Pennie Freeman and Shawn Henriksen at PS Broker in February 2004 about obtaining a practice valuation in preparation to selling my clinic.  I had contacted another practice broker and had been quoted $1500 for a valuation, so I was surprised when Pennie offered the service at no charge but in hopes I would list with them when I decided to sell. After analyzing the information she requested, I was given a sales range they felt the business could support and suggestions to help me change the things that would impact the sale favorably. I decided to list the practice for sale in March 2004 and feel I received excellent exposure on the Web and in key veterinary magazines.  The sale went through in December 2004 and PS Broker provided contracts to handle the sale of the practice and the lease of the property.  It went smoothly and the buyer also remarked on how professional and helpful Pennie and Shawn were.  I was extremely satisfied with the service I received and highly recommend PS Broker." Sincerely, Constance Mengering, DVM, Melbourne, Florida

"Dear Pennie & Shawn; This letter of appreciation is long overdue but our sentiments haven't changed since the sale of our clinic last year.  Our plans from the beginnings in 1997 was to have a 9 year plan with willingness to go into the 10th or 11th year if necessary.  Shortly after the 8th anniversary at Village Square Veterinary Clinic, we contacted 4 brokers. PS Broker was selected based upon your interest in our project, your understanding of the market, your promises to do a good job, and your tract record.  We accomplished our goal in less than 7 months.  You met ALL our expectations and your commitment to service went far beyond our expectations.  Having been in the industry for 37 years, I realize that we veterinarians are not always the best of friends when it comes to business deals.  Somehow, you kept both parties happy, you "manage" the leader, you even kept the attorneys in accord (that's saying something).  Our accountant was impressed with your performance. It was evident to us in every step of the transaction that your firm was on top of it's game.  I am glad that we listened to you even when things you suggested didn't make sense at the time.  In the end, you effected the sale of a one-man storefront practice for 97% of one year's gross.  That always surprises my colleagues.  Once again, we will be forever indebted to you for helping us to achieve our goals, both professionally and personally." William Bowe, DVM & Whitney Bowe CVT, Rutherfordton, North Carolina.

"In 2005, my two partners and I sold a practice that we had owned together for 32 years.  To accomplish this task, we hired PS Brokers to assist us.  We chose PS Brokers because they were experienced enough to be knowledgeable about the methods of selling veterinary hospitals, yet at the same time just the right size company to be able to provide us with personal service.  One of my areas of responsibility at our hospital was that of management and finances.  I personally found the working style of Shawn and Pennie to be very thorough and complete.  They were always anticipating the next required action to complete our goal of selling the practice. One of the big joys of the selling of our practice was the matching of the new doctor with our practice.  My partners and I couldn’t have asked for a better match.  I was concerned for the future of my employees after the sale.  I am happy that at this point in time, a year and a half after the sale, two thirds of our former employees are still working at the practice.  For this I am really grateful.  The matching of the seller and buyer has really worked out great. In closing, I would recommend PS Broker to anyone who wants personalized services and assistance in the selling of their veterinary practice.  Both Shawn and Pennie are great to work with and they make the transition go as smoothly as possible. Thank you PS Broker." Dr. Hal Gumbiner (Formerly of Pasco Animal Hospital, New Port Richey, Florida)

I have been an attorney in South Florida for 27 years, and I have represented several veterinarians through the years, helping them set up, buy, sell, and operate their practices.  This past year, I represented a veterinarian who wanted to retire and sell his long-standing practice.  To accomplish this, he retained PS Broker based in St. Simons Island, Georgia to assist him.  I was very impressed with the knowledge and responsiveness of Pennie Freeman and Shawn Henriksen during the marketing and then the closing of the sale.   If something needed doing or information was required, their turnaround time was incredible.  PS Broker brought several qualified buyers to look at the practice and, once a successful contract was negotiated, they worked with the buyer constantly to help him acquire financing and answer his questions fully.  Their follow-through resulted in a successful closing and a smooth transition between the retiring vet (my client) and the buyer.   Pennie and Shawn also did many of the things that I, as the Seller's attorney, would normally have had to do to facilitate the closing, and that saved my client quite a bit in legal fees, as well.  I really appreciated the work ethic and professional attitude of the PS Broker staff--I have never received so much prompt help from a broker involved in any type of transaction, and I have seen many contracts fall though over the years,  because the buyer was not given the attention and information needed to keep them interested in the deal.   Whether a veterinarian is selling a practice or looking to purchase one, I truly believe that PS Broker provides excellent and expert service as well as a significant value for the commissions charged.  Selling a business is a legal minefield and can be a marketing nightmare without professional help. PS Broker proved to me that their staff is well qualified to provide that professional assistance, and a Vet would be well-advised to seek their services in buying or selling a practice." James M. Stuckey, Attorney at Law, Stuart, Florida

"Dear Shawn and Pennie, The transition with Dr. Balogh is going very well. He and I have a lot in common in the way we relate to the staff and clients, and that has made for a happy transition. It's clear that he and his family are a good fit for the practice and community. Thanks so much for finding the right person to purchase my practice. If I can be of any help to you in the way of a recommendation let me know... " Tim Nelson, DVM Port St. Joe, Florida