1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Brent Saunier and Chris Sands from Pro-Fi 20/20 for a deep dive into one of the most misunderstood topics in dentistry—entity structure and tax strategy. In this conversation, they break down the critical differences between LLCs, S Corps, and partnerships, and explain why choosing the wrong structure too early can trap losses, limit deductions, and cost new practice owners thousands. &amp;nbsp; They share real-world examples of common mistakes dentists make when starting or acquiring a practice, including relying on generic advice from the internet or misaligned guidance from advisors. The discussion also covers stock basis, tax timing strategies, and how to think proactively about growth, partnerships, and long-term planning from day one. This episode is a must-listen for any dentist looking to build a strong financial foundation and avoid costly early missteps. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.profi2020.com https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to&amp;nbsp;The Dentalpreneur Podcast The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes https://www.truedentalsuccess.com/the-dentalpreneur-podcast/ <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/40769940/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/200547335