Expert guides and market insights for dental practice buyers, sellers, and brokers.
Eric ChenMost buyers underestimate the break-even timeline for dental practice acquisitions. Learn what drives payback periods and how to structure your first year strategically.
Eric ChenSpecialized dental practice lenders evaluate deals differently than you'd expect. Learn what they're really looking for and how the timeline actually unfolds.
Eric ChenWorking capital isn't just extra cash—it's the buffer between closing day and stable operations. Here's how lenders structure it and what buyers actually need.
Eric ChenFrom SBA loans to seller financing, here's how to fund your dental practice acquisition—and which option fits your financial situation best.
Eric ChenPurchase price is only the starting point. The terms behind it determine your actual risk, transition success, and long-term protection as a buyer.
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.
Eric ChenMost buyers assume they need six figures in cash. The actual number depends on your lender, the practice, and what you count as "cash needed."
Eric ChenMost buyers focus on whether they can afford a practice. The harder question is whether ownership fits your clinical skills, finances, and life right now.
Eric ChenWhen a DSO outbids you on a practice, it's easy to assume you can't compete. But the numbers tell a different story—and sellers often prefer what you offer.
Eric ChenMost buyers focus on purchase price—then get a surprise invoice months after closing. Learn how working capital adjustments change what you actually pay.
Eric ChenRural dental practices often outperform urban counterparts in profitability—lower overhead, less competition, and stronger margins offset smaller populations.
Eric ChenMost dental practice sellers highlight strengths and hide problems. Learn the due diligence questions that expose red flags in financials, operations, and patient data.