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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Eric ChenDental Practice Digital Assets: What Transfers When You Buy
Phone numbers, websites, and social media accounts aren't always included in a dental practice sale. Here's what buyers need to secure before closing.
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Eric ChenFee-for-Service vs PPO Dental Practice: Which Is Worth More?
Fee-for-service practices command higher valuations than PPO-heavy practices. Here's how insurance mix affects EBITDA, debt service, and purchase price.
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Eric ChenHow to Evaluate Dental Practice Staff Before Closing
Meeting employees before closing reveals team stability, culture, and retention risk. Here's what to ask, observe, and assess in the staff you're inheriting.
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Eric ChenTransitioning from PPO to Fee-for-Service After Buying a Practice
Dropping PPO contracts after buying a practice requires timing, patient communication, and financial planning. Here's how to transition without losing revenue.
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Eric ChenBuying a Dental Practice with Mostly Older Patients
An aging patient base isn't a dealbreaker—it's a variable that changes how you evaluate risk, plan growth, and structure the transition.
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Eric ChenHow Much Money Do You Actually Need Saved to Buy a Dental Practice?
Most lenders finance 100% of the purchase price but require 10% liquidity in your account. Here's what that means and where buyers actually get the money.
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Eric ChenHow to Tell If a Dental Practice Can Grow Before You Buy
Learn the specific metrics, market signals, and operational indicators that reveal whether a dental practice has real growth potential or a hidden ceiling.
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Eric ChenDental Practice Startup vs Acquisition: Which Path Fits You
Compare startup vs acquisition costs, timelines, and risk profiles. A decision framework for dentists choosing between building new or buying existing.
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Eric ChenHow to Evaluate Location Before Buying a Dental Practice
Demographics, competition, and growth trends determine whether a location supports your investment. Here's how to research a market before you buy.
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Eric ChenDental Practice Post-Closing Adjustment: What Buyers Need to Know
Post-closing adjustments can change what you pay by tens of thousands. Here's how working capital true-ups work and how to protect yourself.
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