3 Doors to Dental Practice Ownership: Brokers, Sellers & Fixers | 3

Which path would you choose if your dream dental practice was hidden behind three very different doors?In this episode, Dave and Sandy put you in the contestant’s seat in “Let’s Make a Dental Practice Deal,” guiding you through three distinct “doors” that can lead to a successful practice purchase, no matter where you are on your career journey.They break down the pros, cons, and expectations behind each "door": the crowded market of brokered sales, the relationship-driven private sellers, and the overlooked fixer-uppers that may just need some TLC. Dave and Sandy share their playbook for early financing prep, explain why building local relationships pays off, and offer clear, actionable steps so you can map out your dental future. Whether you’re a motivated associate, student, or new buyer, you’ll come away ready to take the next concrete step on your journey, armed with the questions to ask, the lists to start, and the confidence to spot opportunity where others don’t.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How associates and students can qualify for 100% practice financingKey factors banks use to underwrite dental practice loansThe three main pathways (“doors”) to finding a practice to buyAdvantages and challenges of public broker listingsSecrets to uncovering hidden, unlisted practices through personal outreachWhy some overlooked practices hold untapped potential for growthHow to define your ideal community and practice target zonesSteps for early networking and due diligence with lendersTips for evaluating and tracking opportunities like a proActionable homework to start your practice search todayHit play to discover the best-kept secrets to finding (and securing) your next dental practice opportunity!Learn More About Dave & Sandy Here!Website: https://www.dentalassociateedge.com/Email Dave & Sandy: [email protected]. Dave Striegel: https://www.drdavestriegel.com/Sandy Baird, MBA: https://www.bairdconcepts.com/Mentions & Links:Organizations:ADAThree Homework Questions / Action Items:Where are your three doors?What communities are you interested in? Where do you want to spend your career? Research those locations and build a spreadsheet profile for practices in those areas.What do you know about your target communities?Research population growth, median age, major employers, dental insurance dependency, number of dentists in the area, competition, education, cultural offerings, and safety.Walk through door number one and explore what's publicly for sale.Check broker listings, dental journals, and dental association literature for your target locations. Get reps reviewing practice prospectuses so you know what to look for when it matters.