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Expert guides and market insights for dental practice buyers, sellers, and brokers.

How to Know If Dental Collections Are Real Before You Buy
Eric ChenEric Chen
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How to Know If Dental Collections Are Real Before You Buy

Sellers inflate revenue more often than you think. Learn the due diligence steps that reveal what collections data won't tell you—before you sign.

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How to Tell When Seller Production Props Up a Dental Practice
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 11 min read

How to Tell When Seller Production Props Up a Dental Practice

A practice that looks profitable on paper may collapse without the seller's production. Here's how to spot seller dependency and structure a deal that works.

Buying GuideDue DiligenceValuation
Common Mistakes When Evaluating a Dental Practice to Buy
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 11 min read

Common Mistakes When Evaluating a Dental Practice to Buy

Most buyers focus on price and patient count. The real risk sits in deal structure, hidden liabilities, and post-closing revenue drops.

Buying GuideDue DiligenceValuation
5 Common Problems When Buying a Dental Practice
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 10 min read

5 Common Problems When Buying a Dental Practice

Loan denied? Credentialing delays? Seller transition unclear? Here's what to do when the most common deal obstacles show up—and how to keep moving forward.

Buying GuideFinancingDue DiligencePractice Management
When Should You Walk Away From Buying a Dental Practice?
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 10 min read

When Should You Walk Away From Buying a Dental Practice?

Not every dental practice is worth buying. Learn the financial red flags, real take-home numbers, and concerns that should make you reconsider.

Buying GuideDue DiligenceFinancing
From Associate to Owner: How Long It Really Takes to Buy a Practice
Eric ChenEric Chen
·· 9 min read

From Associate to Owner: How Long It Really Takes to Buy a Practice

Most buyers underestimate the timeline. Here's what to expect from preparation through closing—and how much cash you actually need in the bank.

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