The economy is shifting, interest rates are holding steady, and dentists everywhere are asking the same question. Is now the right time to grow? In this episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art Wiederman sits down with Dan Larkin of Bank of America to break down exactly what is happening in the market and what it means for your practice.

Dan shares insights on inflation trends, unemployment rates, consumer spending, and how those factors influence lending for dental professionals. While headlines may feel uncertain, the dental industry remains strong, with steady growth and historically low loan default rates. Interest rates are currently in the mid five percent range, and Dan explains how fixed rate dental loans are influenced more by the 10 year Treasury than short term Fed changes. The conversation also dives into ...