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More than just finding a loan – helping you make the right financial decisions Many people assume a finance broker simply “finds a loan.” In reality, that is only a small part of what we do and often the most straightforward part. At FTA Finance, we act as your strategic partner throughout the entire funding process. Our role is to help you secure not just finance, but the RIGHT finance for your situation, your plans, and your long-term goals. Our involvement starts well befo

How to approach your first purchase with confidence, clarity, and the right support Buying your first dental practice is one of the biggest and most exciting decisions you’ll make in your career. It’s a major step, and while the opportunity is huge, so is the potential to make costly mistakes if you’re not properly prepared. At FTA Finance, we support first-time buyers every day. The most successful aren’t always the most experienced. They are the ones who prepare well, ask t

Buying a dental practice in 2026 is less about speed and more about preparation. The buyers who secure the best opportunities are rarely the ones scrambling for finance after an offer is accepted. They are the ones who are buyer ready before the right practice even appears. With sizable differences in the lending criteria from Bank to Bank it is true to say that early financial preparation is no longer optional – it’s essential. It is now one of the most important steps you s

Buying a Pharmacy in 2026 is less about speed and more about preparation. The buyers who secure the best opportunities are rarely the ones scrambling for finance after an offer is accepted. They are the ones who are buyer ready before the right Pharmacy even appears. With sizable differences in the lending criteria from Bank to Bank it is true to say that early financial preparation is no longer optional – it’s essential. It is now one of the most important steps you should t

When assessing a dental practice purchase, lenders are not just looking at the headline price. Their decision is driven by affordability, sustainability, scope for growth and ultimately how well the Practice is set up for long-term success. Understanding what lenders really care about allows buyers to sense-check opportunities early and avoid wasting time on proposals that are unlikely to be funded. Cash is king At the heart of every lending decision is cash flow. Lenders wan

When assessing a pharmacy purchase, lenders are not just looking at the headline price. Their decision is driven by affordability, sustainability, scope for growth and ultimately how well the Business is set up for long-term success. Understanding what lenders really care about allows buyers to sense-check opportunities early and avoid wasting time on proposals that are unlikely to be funded. Cash is king At the heart of every lending decision is cash flow. Lenders want confi

Move faster, negotiate better, and buy with confidence If you’re thinking about buying a dental practice, you already know it’s a competitive market. The best practices – the ones in great locations, with strong turnover and growth potential – attract serious interest, often from multiple buyers. In this environment, getting pre-approved for finance isn’t just a nice-to-have – it’s your competitive advantage. Here’s why smart buyers are getting their funding in place before

What you don’t know can cost you – here’s how to get it right from day one Buying your first dental practice is an exciting milestone, but it’s also a steep learning curve. With so much focus on finding the right practice, it’s easy to overlook some of the most important financial and strategic details. At FTA Finance, we’ve worked with hundreds of first-time buyers and we’ve seen what separates the smooth journeys from the stressful ones. Here are the five most common mistak