Let’s talk about sustainability.
No, I don’t mean the environmental buzzword—important though that may be.
I’m talking about personal sustainability. The ability to maintain your life, your work, yourself throughout a long and lucrative career.
So, with that in mind, here’s a piece of general advice for most dentists: don’t shoot for the stars.
Counterintuitive, right? Obviously this one is going to need a breakdown.
Of all the questions I get from dentists, the ones around finding a practice to buy are the most common by far.
Every month I’ll put together a list of 20 practices that are worth taking a look at. Here’s how to get it.
Here are five things you can start on today to be ready to buy your dream practice.
Here are five things you can start on today to be ready to buy your dream practice.
My number one financial tip for new dentists can be summed up in one word:
WAIT.
It’s one word, but it means a couple of different things.
The difference between being prepared or not is the difference in how much stress you’ll go through in your transition process. (I often talk about networking with “gray-haired dentists”; don’t become one of them before your time.)
Let me tell you about two clients. Both true stories, one bad, one good.
Among the perks of dentistry is that it can provide financial security that few other professions can. But to achieve it, you’ll need to pay attention to more than just your basic clinical skills. Here are three tips for new dentists to get off on the right foot financially as you start your career.
If you want to own a dental practice, you’ll need some skill with that drill. That’s not according to me, that’s according to the banks that will be loaning you the hundreds of thousands of dollars for the practice purchase.
The point isn’t whether you should or shouldn’t buy this particular practice; the point is to start looking at practices with an eye toward ownership. And what better place to start?
I was recently asked to explain, well…what it is I actually do! Good question. Here’s how I can help you and your career, starting NOW.
Jenny Stern is a licensed general dentist who practiced for over twelve years and completed a General Practice Residency in 2008. In addition to receiving her real estate certification in 2017, she also has experience with practice transitions and business banking. Read more »
Tara Clarridge is the former business manager of an oral surgery practice that had multiple locations. She has over twenty years experience with everything from payroll to credentialing and is eager to answer any questions you may have. Read more »
Sam Sutton has been very involved in the dental world throughout her life, and will work closely with you to open up your practice. Prior to joining Dental Buyer Advocates, she was a Dental Hygienist and has seen how successful dental practices run. Read more »
Brian Hanks is involved in all deals with the team. Prior to starting Dental Buyer Advocates, he was an accountant and Certified Financial Planner™ at two different dental CPA firms. He will help guide you through the process of buying the right dental practice. Read more »
Brian Tomono is a 24-year dental lending veteran. He brings his experience to your deal to make sure you pay as little as possible to the banks. He assists doctors in negotiations and team building to achieve their dreams of practice ownership. Read more »