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Articles by Raymond Gong

Insights on profit margins, exit preparation, and financial management for home services contractors.

Financial Management

HVAC Technician Commission Structures: What Works and What Destroys Margins

HVAC technician commission structures: revenue vs profit, benchmarks, common mistakes, and what PE buyers scrutinize. Build alignment and protect margins.

Jul 2, 2026 9 min read
Exit Preparation

Who’s Buying Home Services Companies in 2026? The Active Private Equity Acquirers, by Trade

Private equity has spent the last decade quietly rolling up the home-services trades, and in 2026 the pace hasn’t let up. There...

Jun 26, 2026 9 min read
Exit Preparation

8 Things Private Equity Looks for in a Home Services Company

PE firms are not buying every home services company. They are buying specific types that meet specific criteria. Here are the 8...

Jun 25, 2026 8 min read
Financial Management

Private Equity in Roofing: Who’s Buying and What They Pay

Five years ago, if you owned a roofing company doing $8 million in revenue, your most likely buyer was a slightly larger...

Jun 24, 2026 10 min read
Financial Management

Seasonal Planning for HVAC Businesses: Cash Flow, Staffing, and Marketing by Quarter

Plan for HVAC seasonality with quarterly strategies for cash, staffing, and marketing. Lift trough revenue 30-50% with maintenance agreements and IAQ upgrades.

Jun 19, 2026 9 min read
Business Strategy

Acquiring a Competitor: M&A Guide for Home Services Owners

How owner-led acquisitions actually work in the trades — from finding targets and structuring deals to avoiding the mistakes that turn a...

Jun 15, 2026 7 min read
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