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This course is designed for any dentist who is looking to start a practice, buy a practice, or simply see if their current practice is set up properly. We will review the differences of being, or hiring, an employee vs. independent contractor, along with negotiating that associateship. Building your accounting foundation, choosing the proper entity, and understanding your business deductions are all extremely important in running a tax efficient practice, so we will be discussing those topics throughout the course. We will also discuss retirement plans and which type may be best for your practice and yourself. Finally, we will review common financial planning mistakes.

Learning Objectives:
›› Identify the difference between an employee and independent contractor
›› Discover the steps necessary to start or purchase a practice
›› Obtain a better understanding about what expenses are deductible
›› Understand what entity fits your objectives
›› Discuss the different types of retirement plans and which one fits you best
›› Recognize tax planning opportunities in your life and your practice