The Dental Download 298: What NOT to Forget BEFORE Buying a Dental Practice or Partnership
Thinking about buying a dental practice but overwhelmed by insurance, student loans, and timing? 🦷💼
In this episode, we’re joined by Jim Kachmar to break down what dentists actually need to know before taking the leap into practice ownership.
We cover the often-overlooked (but critical) topics of disability insurance, life insurance, and student debt strategy, and how these financial decisions can directly impact your ability to buy a practice. Jim explains why waiting to “pay off all your loans first” may hold you back, how practice income can accelerate debt payoff, and why pre-planning your insurance coverage—even during dental school—can open doors later on.
You’ll also learn what non-cancellable and guaranteed renewable policies really mean, how collateral assignment works when buying a practice, and why stacking life insurance policies can be a smart move depending on your situation. Plus, we talk about networking, timing, and how connecting with the right insurance experts can help you make confident, informed decisions.
Whether you’re a dental student, new grad, or early-career dentist thinking about dental practice ownership, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you plan smarter and move forward sooner.
🎧 Perfect for: dental students, associates, and anyone exploring buying a dental practice.
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