Real Estate Ownership for Dental & Ortho Practices: A Game-Changer

Real Estate Ownership for Dental Practices: A Game-Changer for Long-Term Success

On the latest episode of the Hey Docs! Podcast, Jill Allen dives into one of the biggest decisions new doctors face when launching a practice: Should you lease or own your space?

Joining Jill are experts Dr. Andrew Welling and Dr. Reed Faldet from Dental Real Estate Partners. Together, they break down the challenges and opportunities of real estate ownership, sharing insights that could make all the difference for doctors looking to secure their financial future.

Leasing vs. Owning: What Every Doctor Should Know

Leasing might seem like the easy route—less upfront cost, more flexibility—but is it really the best long-term strategy? Jill kicks off the episode by challenging this common assumption and exploring why real estate ownership can be a game-changer for doctors looking to build equity and take full control of their practice space.

Andrew and Reed break it down:
🚧 Leasing Pitfalls: Long-term commitments with no return, costly build-outs, and landlords who call the shots.
🏡 Ownership Benefits: Control over your space, wealth-building opportunities, and the ability to customize your practice for future growth.

Overcoming Barriers to Ownership

So, what’s stopping more doctors from making the leap? Cost, availability, and market knowledge are some of the biggest concerns.

But Andrew and Reed explain that:
✔️ The right partnerships (like working with Dental Real Estate Partners) can help doctors overcome financial hurdles.
✔️ Understanding market trends opens doors to ownership opportunities that might seem out of reach.
✔️ Taking action early allows doctors to start building wealth instead of paying into a lease with no return.

Final Takeaways: Is Ownership Right for You?

As Jill, Andrew, and Reed wrap up, one thing is clear—real estate ownership should be on every doctor’s radar when planning for the future.

💡 Want to explore ownership options?
Andrew and Reed encourage doctors to connect with Dental Real Estate Partners for guidance tailored to their practice goals.

Whether you’re launching a new practice or looking to level up your current space, owning your real estate could be the smartest investment you make in your career. 🚀