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Transition Talk is a podcast about dental practice transitions. NDP managing partners Charles Loretto and Christy Ratcliff combine their expertise to provide guidance and tips and share real-life scenarios revolving around dental practice transitions.Originally created to help dental professionals navigate the sometimes-messy path to practice ownership, the podcast has evolved to cover the full life cycle of a dental practice and the different types of transitions along the way, from buying-in, starting-up, partnership to exiting ownership.
NDP hosts Transition Talk, a business show with 168 episodes published.
One of the most important conversations in any practice purchase is the interview between the buyer and seller, where both parties determine whether there’s a mutual fit for the future. In this episode, Christy and Charl
The choice between insurance-based and fee-for-service healthcare can shape everything from patient flow and profitability to branding and long-term practice value. In this episode, Christy and Charles break down the ris
If you're a student, resident, or early-career associate, it's likely student loans are one of your biggest financial concerns. With federal repayment programs changing, it’s important to understand how the new options c
Financing plays a major role in nearly every practice transition, and today’s lending environment continues to shape how buyers and sellers approach the process. In this episode, Adam Schenck from Bank of America joins C
Choosing insurance coverage might not top your list of exciting ownership milestones, but it plays a vital role in safeguarding your future. Fortunately, there are many resources at your disposal to help you navigate all
Dentistry offers many directions to pursue, and your journey should be guided by what truly excites and motivates you. If a dental specialty program is your passion and your goal, investing time and energy into the proce
The question we hear most often from aspiring practice owners is, “How do I find the right practice opportunity?” Choosing the practice that truly aligns with your goals is one of the most significant life decisions you'
Even though there are many benefits to practice ownership, there are also trade-offs. In this episode, Christy and Charles break down the realities of ownership, helping you decide if it’s the right path for you. They ex
In most divorce cases, one of the biggest challenges is determining how assets should be divided. When one or both spouses have ownership stake in a healthcare practice, the process becomes even more complex. Enter the d
More locations don’t automatically mean more profit or value. In this episode, Christy and Charles unpack the realities of expanding into a satellite location and challenge common myths surrounding this growth strategy.
Although the foundation of the dental industry has remained consistent, there have been some meaningful changes in recent years that have shaped the dental landscape for both buyers and sellers. Christy and Charles discu
You’ve made one of the most significant transactions in your career, and you’re now the proud owner of a dental practice. Now you have to face your next hurdle: gaining new patients while also retaining the base. Fortuna
Many buyers and sellers strive to close their practice sale by the end of the calendar year. Although this seems like a natural and satisfying bookend to the year, both waiting or rushing to close a deal will only cause
For dentists, and especially practice owners, it’s not easy to wear all of the hats, day in and day out. From the daily grind, managing employees, and handling difficult patients, it can all lead to stress and exhaustion
A valuation is more than applying a dollar amount to a business; it’s about thorough diligence and understanding the variables that tell the business’ story. Take a deep dive into this chapter as Valuation Manager Bryan
While start-up dental practices offer a blank slate to design the practice you’ve always envisioned, not having the built-in patient base and cash flow that a practice acquisition typically provides can be a big challeng
What factors make for a “Don’t Mess This Up” opportunity versus a “Buyer Beware” opportunity? This episode speaks to the buyers out there, helping to identify the differences between the right and wrong practice opportun
Once you’ve sold your practice to a new owner, the reality of retirement can feel different than expected. With a lower income and a new routine, this next chapter can bring some uncertainty. Building a strategic plan ca
What dental buyers valued in a practice a decade ago isn’t the same as what they prioritize today. Buyers are diving deeper into the due diligence process, have different desires surrounding location preferences, real es
Purchasing a dental practice comes with unique challenges and variables at every stage of the process. Whether you’re doing your due diligence on a practice opportunity or finalizing your letter of intent, soliciting gui
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