Seller Frequently Asked Questions
ADS wants to ensure you're prepared to the fullest extent before deciding on selling your practice. We've answered a few common questions sellers frequently ask. If you have a question that isn't found in this list, please click the "Ask a Question" button and ask away.
How long will it take to sell my practice from the time I list?
I have read that dental practices are worth 70% of their gross receipts averaged over the past three years. Is that true?
When ADS South lists my practice for sale, how will it be marketed?
Will my patients accept a new dentist?
Will I have to carry a note in the sale of my practice?
How can I make my practice more valuable?
The old adage, "Location, location, location" does have an impact on a sale/transition. In a good area, the transaction can happen in as few as 6-12 weeks from the time the valuation is completed. In a rural or an area in less demand it can typically take longer. In that type of situation it is realistic to assume it could be 2-5 years---if indeed it does sell. However, the length of time depends not only on the practice location but also on many other variables.
While three years of financial information is important to determine the value of an office, rules of thumbs are simplistic and don't usually provide the correct value. To find out the true value of a dental office an expert in transitions should be consulted to conduct an evaluation or full appraisal on the practice.
In addition to the ADS South website, ADS South has an exclusive relationship with Dental Economics which publishes all listings on a monthly basis. Additionally, many brokers through the network publish and distributed newsletters to dentists.
Your patients will accept a new doctor if the introduction and transition are handled the right way. Your endorsement, coupled with staff acceptance and enthusiasm, is the key.
In nearly all cases it is possible for the buyer to secure 100% financing so you will be paid in cash at closing.
We utilize four different methods which we weigh and average in order to determine fair market value.
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Testimonial from a Satistfied Dentist
"Earl exceeded my expectations and gave me excellent service. His knowledge of the dental field is invaluable. I trust his opinion and would use ADS again."
Candace A. Cole, DDS
Seller Frequently Asked Questions
ADS wants to ensure you're prepared to the fullest extent before deciding on selling your practice. We've answered a few common questions sellers frequently ask. If you have a question that isn't found in this list, please click the "Ask a Question" button and ask away.
How long will it take to sell my practice from the time I list?
I have read that dental practices are worth 70% of their gross receipts averaged over the past three years. Is that true?
When ADS South lists my practice for sale, how will it be marketed?
Will my patients accept a new dentist?
Will I have to carry a note in the sale of my practice?
How can I make my practice more valuable?
The old adage, "Location, location, location" does have an impact on a sale/transition. In a good area, the transaction can happen in as few as 6-12 weeks from the time the valuation is completed. In a rural or an area in less demand it can typically take longer. In that type of situation it is realistic to assume it could be 2-5 years---if indeed it does sell. However, the length of time depends not only on the practice location but also on many other variables.
While three years of financial information is important to determine the value of an office, rules of thumbs are simplistic and don't usually provide the correct value. To find out the true value of a dental office an expert in transitions should be consulted to conduct an evaluation or full appraisal on the practice.
In addition to the ADS South website, ADS South has an exclusive relationship with Dental Economics which publishes all listings on a monthly basis. Additionally, many brokers through the network publish and distributed newsletters to dentists.
Your patients will accept a new doctor if the introduction and transition are handled the right way. Your endorsement, coupled with staff acceptance and enthusiasm, is the key.
In nearly all cases it is possible for the buyer to secure 100% financing so you will be paid in cash at closing.
We utilize four different methods which we weigh and average in order to determine fair market value.
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Testimonial from a Satistfied Dentist
"I have just had my best vacation ever; it was great not to have to worry about problems or expenses in the dental office. For about five years I have been in the process of disposing of my dental practice and with no results. This is why I am so impressed with the very fair contract you made for me with a very fine, well qualified young dentist. In just a few months after I contact you, you accomplished what I had begun to think was impossible."
William B. Moore, Jr., DDS