016: An Insider's Guide to Title Searches with Brendan T. Barry
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 attorney at The Malloy Firm, back to the show to continue their discussion on real estate transactions. This time, they’re breaking down title searches and how they impact the ability to obtain title insurance. Michael and Brendan begin their discussion by explaining what a title search is and how to perform them. Once a title...
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015: Mastering Real Estate Title with Brendan Barry
Private Practices in Maine
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 attorney Brendan Barry back to the show to continue their discussion surrounding real estate title and how they impact the purchase of a business. Brendan is an associate attorney on staff at The Malloy Firm and has a particular interest in real estate law, particularly title. He helps Michael break down the intricacies surrounding...
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014: Decoding Title Insurance with Brendan T. Barry
Private Practices in Maine
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 Practices in Maine, Michael introduces us to Brendan Barry, the newest associate attorney on staff at The Malloy Firm. Brendan began his tenure at The Malloy Firm as a summer intern and continued to work through his third year of law school as a paralegal. He recently became a fully licensed Maine attorney and is particularly...
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013: The Power of Emotions with Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy
Private Practices in Maine
Emotions play a much more significant role in our success than we sometimes believe. Professional practitioners can be particularly egregious when acknowledging and handling their feelings. Instead, they place their noses to the grindstone and continue pushing ahead while stifling any negative emotions that may crop up. In this episode of Private Practices in Maine, Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy will explain why stifling your emotions instead of dealing with them is the wrong approach. Allowing yourself to feel your feelings can propel you to success while giving you the gift of being fully present in...
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012: Intricacies of Private Practice Financing with Rob Westhoven (Part 2)
Private Practices in Maine
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 Bank for part two of their discussion on private practice financing. Rob is an expert in commercial financing, and his expertise brought private practice lending to Androscoggin Bank. As a Senior Vice President and Director of Dental Banking, Rob understands the intricacies of private practice financing. Michael and...
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011: Intricacies of Private Financing with Rob Westhoven (Part 1)
Private Practices in Maine
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 Westhoven, a Senior Vice President and Director of Dental Banking at Androscoggin Bank. As Director of Dental Banking, Rob specializes in helping professionals fund their practice dreams. With Rob’s extensive knowledge of lending, together they remove some of the mystery from obtaining a professional practice loan in part one of this...
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010: The Hidden Impacts of Non-Compete Agreements (Part 3)
Private Practices in Maine
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 a particular period of time. In a rural state like Maine, every single professional is needed, and non-compete agreements can get in the way of attracting or retaining these professionals, impacting access to care for local residents. In this episode of Private Practices in Maine, Michael continues to explore the laws...
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009: The Hidden Impacts of Non-Compete Agreements (Part 2)
Private Practices in Maine
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 nationwide. However, in the midst of a divided Congress, Presidents are turning to their administrative agencies as a way to achieve results without congressional involvement. In this episode of Private Practices of Maine, Michael continues his exploration of non-compete agreements and how they impact professional...
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008: The Hidden Impacts of Non-Compete Agreements (Part 1)
Private Practices in Maine
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 2023, would ban non-competes around the nation with limited exceptions. When considering non-compete agreements, you may believe they only apply to executives or high-paying, white-collar professions. But, in fact, they can apply to low-wage workers as well--workers who may not be able to attain another position of the same...
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007: Importance of Due Diligence in Closing a Sales Transaction
Private Practices in Maine
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 part. With the proper preparation beforehand, you can create a much smoother transaction for both parties. Furthermore, understanding the bank’s position in the acquisition can help you identify what needs to be done before involving the bank or the buyer’s counsel. In this episode of Private Practices in Maine, Michael...
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