Valuation01
How to Calculate the Value of a Dental Practice
Understand why practice value depends on more than collections, and how profit, location, patient relationships, and market conditions influence a sale.
Dr. Patrick Houlihan↗
Insights & articles
Good questions.
Thoughtful perspectives.
Practical insights from Dr. Patrick Houlihan to help you understand the decisions behind a dental practice transition.
The right fit02
“Fit” and Why It Is So Important in Dental Transitions
Learn how alignment in clinical approach, patient care, staff relationships, and practice culture helps protect goodwill during a dental transition.
Dr. Patrick Houlihan↗
Financing03
Financing the Purchase of a Dental Practice
Prepare for dental practice financing by understanding lender evaluation, financial documents, loan costs, and the conditions that must be met before closing.
Dr. Patrick Houlihan↗
DSOs04
DSOs, the Good, the Bad, and the Enticing
Look beyond a DSO offer’s headline price to understand cash at closing, employment commitments, performance conditions, equity, and your future role.
Dr. Patrick Houlihan↗
Selling a practice05
Do I Need Professional Help to Sell My Dental Practice?
Understand the work involved in a dental practice sale and the questions to ask when choosing a transition consultant and dental transaction attorney.
Dr. Patrick Houlihan↗
Buying a practice06
Why Is It So Hard to Find a Good Dental Practice to Buy?
Explore how location preferences, competition, advisor relationships, and preparation influence the search for a dental practice that fits your goals.
Dr. Patrick Houlihan↗
Transition planning07
Why Can’t I Find an Associate to Buy My Practice?
Consider how income, ownership goals, location, and the proposed timetable affect an associate-to-owner succession plan for your dental practice.
Dr. Patrick Houlihan↗
From the Houlihan Group article library, originally published September 8, 2023. Financing and market conditions can change; discuss current details with your advisors.
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