Eric ChenClinical Readiness for Dental Practice Ownership: What You Need
Clinical competency matters for ownership, but it's not the barrier most associates think. Here's how to evaluate whether you're ready to buy.
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Eric ChenHow Much Should I Spend on Marketing First Year Owning a Practice?
First-year practice owners face competing cash demands. Here's how to set a marketing budget that protects patient retention without straining debt service.
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Eric ChenHow to Tell If a Dental Practice Broker Is Hiding Problems
Brokers don't always disclose what buyers need to know. Learn the warning signs that reveal when a broker is withholding critical information about a practice.
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Eric ChenDental Practice Seller Undermining You After Closing: What to Do
When the seller contacts patients or undermines your authority after closing, your response determines whether you protect the investment or lose control.
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Eric ChenWhy a Second Dental Practice Is Harder Than the First
The leap from one practice to two isn't just growth—it's a different business model. Here's what buyers need to know before acquiring a second location.
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Eric ChenFound a Better Dental Practice After Signing the LOI: Your Options
You signed an LOI, then found a better practice. Here's what your exclusivity clause means, when you can walk away, and how to evaluate both deals objectively.
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Eric ChenWhen Patients Complain About the Previous Dentist After You Buy
Patient complaints about the seller's work put new owners in a difficult position. Here's how to respond professionally while protecting yourself legally.
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Eric ChenBuying a Dental Practice Where One Hygienist Runs Everything
When a longtime hygienist controls operations, patient relationships, and institutional knowledge, you're buying key person risk. Here's how to evaluate it.
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Eric ChenDental Practice Loan Denied by Multiple Banks: What to Do Next
Multiple loan rejections don't end your path to ownership. Here's how to diagnose why banks said no, fix the underlying issues, and find financing that works.
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Eric ChenShould You Form an LLC Before Making an Offer on a Dental Practice?
Most buyers can wait until after the LOI is signed to form their LLC. Here's when entity formation timing matters—and when it doesn't.
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Eric ChenShould You Buy the Practice Where You Work or Look Elsewhere?
Buying your current practice feels convenient, but familiarity can cloud judgment. Here's how to evaluate whether to buy where you work or expand your search.
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Eric ChenBuying a Dental Practice in an Oversaturated Market: What to Look For
High dentist density doesn't mean a practice can't succeed. Learn how to evaluate opportunities in competitive markets and spot viable deals.
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