Thinking about starting a dental practice or renewing your lease? You could be leaving thousands of dollars—or your dreams—on the table. In this episode, I sit down with Brian Mills, founder of Roam Commercial Realty, to uncover the hidden pitfalls and golden opportunities in dental real estate. From debunking myths about retail locations to sharing strategies for building long-term wealth, this conversation is essential for dentists who are ready to take charge of their future.

Whether you’re planning a startup, considering ownership, or just exploring your options, you’ll leave this episode with actionable advice and a newfound sense of confidence.

Here’s what Brian and I cover in this episode:

• The Importance of Proper Representation: Why you should never rely on listing brokers and how tenant-focused representation works to your advantage.

• Lease Renewals Done Right: How to avoid costly mistakes, renegotiate terms, and save thousands.

• Startup Success Secrets: Why dental startups have a 99.6% success rate and how to overcome the fear of taking the leap.

• Renting vs. Owning: The pros and cons of each option and when it’s time to invest in property.

• The Retail Myth: Why retail locations aren’t always the best choice and how marketing often trumps location.

• Using Real Estate for Wealth Building: How to leverage real estate as an asset for long-term financial freedom.

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Key Takeaways:

Building a Legacy: Brian Mills’ Role in Dental Real Estate (01:28)

Understanding Representation: Advocating for Dental Professionals in Real Estate (04:09)

Buy or Rent? Making the Right Real Estate Decision for Your Practice (07:57)

Conquering Fear: Why Starting a Practice Is Worth the Leap (12:28)

Real Estate as a Wealth-Building Strategy for Dentists (17:34)

Navigating the Post-Election Real Estate Market (20:35)

Leveraging Negotiation: Securing Better Terms in Lease Renewals (24:17)

The Retail Location Myth: Choosing the Best Space for Your Practice (28:34)

Lightning Round Q&A: Insights, Favorites, and Personalities of Brian Mills (32:57)

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Connect with Brian:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roamcommercialrealty/

Website: https://www.roamcommercialrealty.com/

Special Offer for Listeners:
Free lease evaluation and market analysis. Email your lease to:

• brian@roamcommercialrealty.com

• info@roamcommercialrealty.com

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