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 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 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 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 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 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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Eric ChenHow to Win a Dental Practice with Multiple Competing Offers
When multiple buyers compete for the same practice, price alone rarely wins. Learn how to structure your offer to stand out and secure the deal.
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Eric ChenBuying a Dental Practice with Mostly Medicaid Patients
Medicaid practices offer lower prices but tighter margins. Here's how to evaluate reimbursement rates, state policy risk, and conversion potential.
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Eric ChenBest Month to Close on a Dental Practice Purchase
Closing timing affects insurance credentialing, tax benefits, and patient retention. Here's how to choose the right month for your dental practice purchase.
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Eric ChenDental Practice Deal Cancelled After Letter of Intent: Your Options
When a dental practice deal falls through after signing an LOI, buyers face critical decisions about deposits, next steps, and timeline—here's what to do.
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Eric ChenDental Practice Escrow Holdback: How Much Money Is Held at Closing
Most dental practice buyers face a 10-15% escrow holdback at closing. Here's what determines the amount, how long funds are held, and what you can negotiate.
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Eric ChenRegretting Your Dental Practice Purchase? Here's What to Do
Struggling in your first year of practice ownership? Most regret stems from fixable problems—cash flow, staffing, or unrealistic expectations.
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Eric ChenTax Deductions in Your First Year Owning a Dental Practice
First-year practice owners can claim $200,000+ in deductions through equipment expensing, goodwill amortization, loan interest, and retirement contributions.
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