On this episode of the Dentist Money Show, Mike Baird, CEO and founder of Accelerate Dental joins Matt to explore the evolving world of DSOs and their growing impact in dentistry. They discuss why dentists are considering DSOs, the different types of DSOs, and important factors like debt and recapitalization. Mike discusses some of the trends in raising capital, valuing practices, and the need to understand share structures and risks. Tune in to hear Mike Baird’s insights for dentists who are looking to navigate the DSO landscape and make informed decisions about their practice’s future.  Book a free consultation with a CFP® advisor who only works with dentists. Get an objective financial assessment and learn how Dentist Advisors can help you live your rich life.

Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week.
 On this episode, Matt, Jake, and Rabih discuss the Federal Reserve's economic projections and their impact on the economy, including GDP, umemployment, and inflation. They also talk about Jim Carrey's financial habits, highlighting the importance of mindful spending. Lastly, they share insights on market predictions for 2025 and how to navigate future trends. Book a free consultation with a CFP® advisor who only works with dentists. Get an objective financial assessment and learn how Dentist Advisors can help you live your rich life. Enjoy The Dentist Money Show? Vote for us as the Dental Fan Favorite podcast as many times you want! Vote at dentwoo.com/vote/ 

On this episode of the Dentist Money Show, Matt and Ryan discuss insights shared by dentists in the Dentist Advisors Facebook Discussion group about the skills they wish dental school had taught them. From mastering the business side of dentistry and effective patient communication to building leadership capabilities, financial acumen, and leveraging technology, this episode explores skills that help a dentist to grow their practice. Tune in to hear why these often overlooked skills can make a difference in your career and can set a foundation to grow your practice. Book a free consultation with a CFP® advisor who only works with dentists. Get an objective financial assessment and learn how Dentist Advisors can help you live your rich life. See how easy payroll and benefits can be. As a dental practice owner, paying and taking care of your team can be tough—especially if you’re not using a tool like Gusto. Gusto takes the pain out of payroll, benefits, onboarding, and HR. Even better? Our listeners get 3 months free at gusto.com/dentistadvisors. That’s gusto.com/dentistadvisors.

TL;DR - Too Long; Didn't Read - "3 Common Biases that Lead to Big Money Mistakes" In our new TL;DR series episode, Matt reads his article where he discusses how cognitive biases can lead to poor decision making in financial matters. The three common biases that are highlighted are: overconfidence bias, the bandwagon effect, and the sunk cost fallacy. Tune in to be aware of these biases and how to help you make better, long term decisions. Book a free consultation with a CFP® advisor who only works with dentists. Get an objective financial assessment and learn how Dentist Advisors can help you live your rich life. See how easy payroll and benefits can be. As a dental practice owner, paying and taking care of your team can be tough—especially if you’re not using a tool like Gusto. Gusto takes the pain out of payroll, benefits, onboarding, and HR. Even better? Our listeners get 3 months free at gusto.com/dentistadvisors. That’s gusto.com/dentistadvisors.

Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week.
 On this episode, Matt, Will, and Rabih discuss how the unaffordability of the housing market is impacting the economy using past historical data. They explore how consumer spending during Black Friday "weekend" is contradictory to consumer sentiment about inflation. Finally, they question real life events and liken them to the storyline of Succession (spoiler alert).  Book a free consultation with a CFP® advisor who only works with dentists. Get an objective financial assessment and learn how Dentist Advisors can help you live your rich life. Enjoy The Dentist Money Show? Vote for us as the Dental Fan Favorite podcast as many times you want! Vote at dentwoo.com/vote/  See how easy payroll and benefits can be. As a dental practice owner, paying and taking care of your team can be tough—especially if you’re not using a tool like Gusto. Gusto takes the pain out of payroll, benefits, onboarding, and HR. Even better? Our listeners get 3 months free at gusto.com/dentistadvisors.

On this episode of the Dentist Money Show, Matt and Ryan dive into part two of their series on the complexities and risks associated with private equity in the dental industry. They discuss the importance of building a strong financial foundation, such as having a solid emergency fund and understanding profit margins before exploring private equity opportunities. They share the importance of staying focused on your primary business and navigating the private equity landscape with caution and clarity. Tune in for actionable insights to help you navigate the potential of private equity opportunities with more confidence. Book a free consultation with a CFP® advisor who only works with dentists. Get an objective financial assessment and learn how Dentist Advisors can help you live your rich life. See how easy payroll and benefits can be. As a dental practice owner, paying and taking care of your team can be tough—especially if you’re not using a tool like Gusto. Gusto takes the pain out of payroll, benefits, onboarding, and HR. Even better? Our listeners get 3 months free at gusto.com/dentistadvisors. That’s gusto.com/dentistadvisors.

Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week.
 On this episode, Matt and Rabih explore Bitcoin's recent surge to an all-time high and discuss what it could mean for its future. They examine Wall Street’s growing role in Bitcoin trading and share their insights on the outlook of cryptocurrency as a speculative asset. They then revisit the definition of an "accredited investor" and clarify a misstatement from a previous episode of The Dentist Money Show. Finally, they react to the recent Texas court ruling that paused the FinCen BOI reporting requirement.  Book a free consultation with a CFP® advisor who only works with dentists. Get an objective financial assessment and learn how Dentist Advisors can help you live your rich life. Enjoy The Dentist Money Show? Vote for us as the Dental Fan Favorite podcast as many times you want! Vote at dentwoo.com/vote/  See how easy payroll and benefits can be. As a dental practice owner, paying and taking care of your team can be tough—especially if you’re not using a tool like Gusto. Gusto takes the pain out of payroll, benefits, onboarding, and HR. Even better? Our listeners get 3 months free at gusto.com/dentistadvisors.

On this episode of the Dentist Money Show, Matt and Ryan discuss the complexities and risks associated with private equity in the dental industry. They break down some of the misconceptions surrounding DSOs, the emotional appeal of these investments, and the need for dentists to be informed and cautious when considering private investments. Tune in to hear some of the factors every dentist should understand before entering the world of private equity. Book a free consultation with a CFP® advisor who only works with dentists. Get an objective financial assessment and learn how Dentist Advisors can help you live your rich life. See how easy payroll and benefits can be. As a dental practice owner, paying and taking care of your team can be tough—especially if you’re not using a tool like Gusto. Gusto takes the pain out of payroll, benefits, onboarding, and HR. Even better? Our listeners get 3 months free at gusto.com/dentistadvisors. That’s gusto.com/dentistadvisors.

TL;DR - Too Long; Didn't Read - "4 Ways Dentists Get Duped" In our new TL;DR series episode, Taylor reads his article where he explains some of the common financial pitfalls dentists may fall for. He emphasizes that risk and reward are usually linked in investments and overly complicated financial plans may lead to poor outcomes. Book a free consultation with a CFP® advisor who only works with dentists. Get an objective financial assessment and learn how Dentist Advisors can help you live your rich life. See how easy payroll and benefits can be. As a dental practice owner, paying and taking care of your team can be tough—especially if you’re not using a tool like Gusto. Gusto takes the pain out of payroll, benefits, onboarding, and HR. Even better? Our listeners get 3 months free at gusto.com/dentistadvisors. That’s gusto.com/dentistadvisors.

Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week.
 On this episode, Matt, Jake, and Rabih run through current economic updates, and they analyze the federal reserve's recently released financial stability report. They continue with the annual tradition of breaking down how much a Thanksgiving meal costs in 2024. Finally, they discuss Jake's latest blog post where he wrote about living without regret and the common regrets people have. Book a free consultation with a CFP® advisor who only works with dentists. Get an objective financial assessment and learn how Dentist Advisors can help you live your rich life. See how easy payroll and benefits can be. As a dental practice owner, paying and taking care of your team can be tough—especially if you’re not using a tool like Gusto. Gusto takes the pain out of payroll, benefits, onboarding, and HR. Even better? Our listeners get 3 months free at gusto.com/dentistadvisors.