When buying or selling a dental practice, there are many details to finalize. One of the trickier items is how to handle the amounts still owed by patients for work already completed by the Seller. These balances, known as Accounts
The phrase “Rule of Thumb” has been around for centuries. It refers to a quick, rough estimate—not an exact measurement—and that’s exactly how it’s used when people talk about dental practice values. The Common Rule of Thumb In dentistry, the
The short answer is yes—and here’s why. Selling a dental practice is one of the most significant transitions in a dentist’s career. Most Sellers have never sold a practice before, and most Buyers have never purchased one. The Seller often
Whether you’re buying or selling a dental practice in the St. Louis region, the smart choice is to consult with a Dental Practice Broker. But what should you ask when you meet with one? Here are ten questions that will
When you’re considering the purchase of a dental practice, one of the most important steps you’ll encounter is due diligence—the process of reviewing, verifying, and understanding the details of the practice before you officially buy it. The First Step: Initial
If you’re buying a dental practice in the St. Louis area—or anywhere else—you’ll need a lease from the building owner (your landlord). And here’s the truth: almost everything in a standard lease benefits the landlord. Some landlords are easy to
If you’re considering buying a dental practice in the St. Louis region, you’ve probably heard the term “contingencies.” But what does that really mean for you as a buyer? When purchasing a dental practice, the sale contract—often called an Asset
When you find a dental practice you’re interested in purchasing, you’ll almost always be asked to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). We assist clients on both the buying and selling side of dental practices in the St. Louis region, and
In our previous post, we explained how Goodwill value is calculated in a dental practice: it’s the sale price minus the value of the tangible assets. But numbers only tell part of the story. So, what is Goodwill really? Goodwill