Private Practices in Maine

Title searches are a crucial part of a property transaction. For title insurance to be issued, the property's history must be known, which is where a title search comes into play. On this episode of Private Practices in Maine, Michael welcomes Brendan Barry, associate...

Reviewing the title is one of the biggest items in closing a real estate deal. There are many types of deeds, and understanding the ins and outs of the one that applies to your situation is critical. On this episode of Private Practices in Maine, Michael welcomes...

While title insurance may seem like a small component in a real estate transaction, it is one of the most important pieces of the real estate transaction puzzle. It protects the policy holder even after the sale is completed if issues arise. On this episode of Private...

Emotions play a much more significant role in our success than we would sometimes like to believe. Professional practitioners can be particularly egregious when acknowledging and handling their feelings. Instead, they place their noses to the grindstone and continue...

Borrowing money from a community-based bank has distinct advantages over large corporate banks, including looking at the whole person--not just who they are on paper. In this episode of Private Practices in Maine, Michael welcomes back Rob Westhoven of Androscoggin...

A dream that many newly licensed professionals share as they enter the marketplace is starting their own business. While that goal is clear, it is often unclear how to make it a reality. In this episode of Private Practices in Maine, Michael welcomes guest Rob...

Companies like to use non-compete agreements to protect their interests, but what if an alternative type of agreement is a better fit? Non-compete agreements are often too restrictive, reducing someone’s ability to create an income in a specific geographic area or for...

Non-compete agreements are commonplace in the corporate world but also prevalent in professional practices such as dental offices and medical practices. A proposed bill, known as The Workforce Mobility Act of 2023, currently before Congress seeks to eliminate...

Non-compete agreements can have some intimidating language. Understanding what is actually enforceable is an important step toward neutralizing these fears surrounding your business or your employment. A proposed bill in the U.S. Senate, the Workforce Mobility Act of...

If you are planning to buy or sell a business--or it could happen sometime in the future--do not underestimate the importance of due diligence. One of the most common pain points buyers run into when purchasing a property is a lack of due diligence on the seller’s...

If you’re exploring the idea of entrepreneurship, never underestimate the power of relationships. We all understand how making the right connections at the right time can lead to opportunities we didn’t envision. When you’re considering starting a small business,...

Have you ever wondered about the benefits of opening a practice in rural areas? What is it like being a part of a self-regulating profession? In this episode of Private Practices in Maine, Michael interviews Therese Cahill, Executive Director of the Maine Dental...

Letters of intent are an important part of acquiring a business, but if you don’t understand their purpose, it can leave you open to legal issues in the future. A letter of intent is a guiding document for the deal, and once it’s signed, stepping outside of those...

One of the most common questions for professionals starting their own practices is how to form a business entity. It’s a fundamental, bread-and-butter issue but an important one. Knowing what kind of entity you need can impact your tax liabilities and act as a veil of...

Some are content to punch a clock and work for someone else. Others dream of something different--something greater that can shape their lives in ways they’ve dreamed of. In order to create the life and practice you desire, you have to be willing to step outside of...

If you’re a licensed professional, you probably understand better than most what it means to feel trapped by the golden handcuffs of working for someone else. You went to school for years and probably took out student loans to get where you are, but you don’t love...

Are you a licensed professional such as a dentist, attorney, chiropractor, veterinarian, or eye doctor who is working to build an independent practice? Did you spend years in school only to find yourself unprepared for the business of your practice? This podcast can...