Expert guides and market insights for dental practice buyers, sellers, and brokers.
Eric ChenLearn the formulas, benchmarks, and financial data buyers use to estimate dental practice value before hiring an appraiser—and when DIY valuation isn't enough.
Eric ChenA practice with declining revenue can be a strong acquisition if the causes are fixable. Here's how to separate seller burnout from structural problems.
Eric ChenDue diligence findings can justify price adjustments—but only when the issues are material, documented, and presented strategically. Here's how to approach it.
Eric ChenOverhead at 70% signals financial strain, but context matters. Here's how to evaluate whether high overhead makes a practice unbuyable—or just underoptimized.
Eric ChenLearn how to separate legitimate dental practice profits from inflated numbers. Discover the red flags, verification methods, and financial metrics buyers need.
Eric ChenMost buyers assume a second location means more profit. The reality is more complex—and the answer depends on whether your first practice is ready to scale.
Eric ChenFamily succession feels simpler than buying from a stranger—but emotional dynamics, sibling fairness, and valuation questions make it uniquely complex.
Eric ChenOutdated dental equipment doesn't kill deals—but these hidden costs might. Learn what to evaluate, when to walk away, and how to negotiate smarter.
Eric ChenWhen hygiene production sits below 30% of total revenue, it signals deeper operational problems that most sellers won't disclose upfront.
Eric ChenEarnouts defer part of the purchase price based on future performance. Here's how they work, what metrics protect buyers, and where disputes typically arise.
Eric ChenMost buyers focus on collections. But treatment acceptance rate reveals whether a practice is converting patients—or leaving revenue on the table.
Eric ChenMost PPO practices aren't broken—they're just under-optimized. Here's how to evaluate reimbursement rates, overhead, and profit potential before you buy.