Joe defines and explains Letters of Intent

Joe discuses pros and cons of involving family members in your startup.

Looking for a lawyer? Do you even NEED a lawyer for your practice? Joe sheds some insight to help answer this question honestly.

Once upon a time, a well-meaning and objective broker decided to create a deal that met the needs of both her seller and buyer. And everyone lived happily ever after—until they didn’t. Learn whether dual representation is workable or just another fairy tale.

As a dentist, you might not have the background to know the answer to every question or obstacle that will come up when you buy a dental practice. The important question is whether you have a team you can trust—people who know dentistry and can figure out what you need.

Getting into an employment relationship is a lot like committing to dating. You can’t know everything upfront—once you start, you may realize quickly that you’re not compatible with your employer. In this episode, Joe explains the need to understand the contractual term obligations up front so you’re not stuck in an unhealthy relationship longer than necessary.

As dental businesses move into retail spaces, dentists sometimes have to consider variable expenses in addition to base rent. In this episode, Joe discusses two of the most common types of payment plans that dentists might find in their lease agreements.

It may seem like a good idea to say what your buyer wants to hear or to avoid an awkward conversation about the state of the practice to ensure a sale. But you don’t want to wade through the legal battle from a false representation or warranty. Understanding the perspectives of both sellers and buyers can help you avoid making a mistake that will haunt you later.