Purchasing or Selling a Dental Practice vs. Associate Buy-In
Purchasing or Selling a Dental Practice vs. Associate Buy-In is organized by Dentaltown, L.L.C.
Released: 7/24/2019
Expiration Date: 6/30/2025
Review Date: 6/30/2022
Overview:
Practice transitions can often be complicated to navigate. Whether you are looking to expand your practice through acquisition or develop transition plans with minority equity through Associate Buy-Ins, or buying a practice outright, one needs to understand the issues of practice transition from both a buyer and seller’s perspective. This CE course will help one develop an in-depth understanding of the business, legal and practical considerations necessary to execute the ideal transaction. It considers the strategies from each side of the negotiating table. This course looks at the pros and cons of both Associate buy-ins and outright practice sales from the perspective of both the senior and junior dentist. One will gain insight into how, when and why to take on a partner and the various deal structures associated with each option available. In addition, reviewed are the critical documents and things to consider before signing as well as the essential steps in the process. The course also discusses current M&A trends in the industry and how they affect these types of transactions.
Educational Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to achieve the following:
• know the current state of the market for mergers, acquisitions and sales of general dentistry and dental specialty practices as well as how market conditions effect sales and purchases
• understand the difference between associate/partner buy-ins and out right sales of practices
• better navigate the business and legal pros, cons and considerations between practice acquisitions vs. associate buy-in transaction
• understand the various deal structures common in practice transitions
• evaluate the various financing options available to accomplish a successful transaction
Note: The fee to view this course is $36. This cost includes the fee to take the exam and claim your CE credits.