Travis, Can I Have This?

We love spending money on our credit cards, right?! In this episode, we’re diving deep into how dentists can maximize credit card rewards and whether traditional credit cards or newer spend-control cards (like Ramp, Divvy, and Brex) are the better fit for your practice.  We’ll cover:  💳 Traditional vs. Spend-Control Credit Cards – Which one fits your dental practice?  💰 Cash Back or Points? – Is...

Merchant fees can quietly eat away at your bottom line—but how much do you really know about what you're paying and why? In this episode, we're diving deep into merchant processing fees so you can take control and stop wasting money on unnecessary costs. Here’s what we’re covering: The two philosophies of merchant processing: convenience vs. cost Interchange-plus, tiered, and flat-rate p...

In this episode of Travis, Can I Have This? , we explore whether renovating your dental practice is the right move. If you’re tired of outdated decor or believe a renovation will bring in more patients, this episode is for you. Travis breaks down key financial considerations before committing to a remodel. Key Takeaways: Know Your Why: Are you renovating for aesthetics or functionality? Patient pe...

It’s January, which means it’s officially… 1099 season! This is the time of year when dental practices both give and receive a lot of 1099s. But here’s the big question: do you really understand what’s happening behind the scenes?   Even if you have an accountant handling the nuts and bolts, a lot of this information still flows through your hands as the business owner. And if you don’t fully unde...

What financial goals do you have for your dental practice this year? If your answer is “none” or “I’m not sure,” you’re not alone. Most dental practice owners don’t set formal projections or budgets for their business—but why not?   Here’s the thing: any successful business with a legit finance team sets goals, monitors them, and ensures they’re reaching their full potential. There’s no reason you...

Politics and taxes—everyone’s two favorite topics, right? Okay, maybe not. Even as a tax accountant, I’ll admit these subjects can be a little painful. But with President Trump officially back in the Oval Office, we can’t ignore the tax changes that could be coming your way—especially when taxes are your single largest expense as a dentist. In this episode, we’re diving into: The bold promises Tru...

If you own a dental practice, answering the question, “How much money do I make?” can feel surprisingly complicated. It seems like it should be a simple answer, but it’s not. That’s why, in this episode, we’re unpacking the resources and insights you need to finally figure it out. Here’s the twist: the answer depends on who’s asking . We'll break down how to answer this question for: Colleagu...