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  • Category: Buying a Practice

    • Buying a Dental Practice: Things to Consider and Mistakes to Avoid

      Buying a dental practice can be a smart path to ownership, but it also carries legal, financial, and operational risks…

      February 13, 2026
      Levi Barlavi

    • Modern office building entrance with revolving doors, wall-mounted directory, mailboxes, and sunlight streaming through large windows onto a tiled floor with dark floor mats.

      Should I Buy an Existing Dental Practice or Start My Own?

      There is no one-size-fits-all answer. Buying an existing dental practice often provides immediate cash flow and an established patient base,…

      February 2, 2026
      Levi Barlavi

    • A clear glass hourglass filled with white sand sits on a light wooden surface, with some sand collected at the bottom and some in the top chamber. A blurred object is visible in the background.

      How Long Does It Take to Purchase a Dental Practice?

      Purchasing a dental practice is not a single transaction but a process with several moving parts. While timelines vary, most…

      January 8, 2026
      Levi Barlavi

    • What to Ask When Buying a Dental Practice

      Buying a dental practice is a major professional and financial decision. The questions you ask before signing a purchase agreement…

      January 5, 2026
      Levi Barlavi

    • A modern dental office with turquoise chairs, dental equipment, a computer screen, cabinets, wall art, and large windows with blinds letting in natural light. The space is clean, bright, and organized.

      Due Diligence Checklist for Buying a Dental Practice

      Buying a dental practice is a significant investment—one that blends business acquisition strategy with complex legal and financial considerations. Whether…

      November 12, 2025
      Levi Barlavi

    • An older woman with glasses sits at a desk holding papers and a pen, looking thoughtfully at a laptop screen. There is a cup and a small dessert on the table beside her. Light streams in from a window behind her.

      Legal Red Flags to Watch for When Purchasing a Dental Practice

      Buying a dental practice in California can be a smart move for your career and financial future, but it’s not…

      September 8, 2025
      Levi Barlavi

    • Dental office close-up showing dental tools in the foreground and a blue dental chair in the background, with sunlight streaming through large windows.

      What Should Be in a Dental Practice Letter of Intent (LOI)?

      Buying or selling a dental practice is a significant step, and one of the earliest documents in the process is…

      September 1, 2025
      Levi Barlavi