While most people are familiar with retirement saving tools like a 401(k) or 403(b), fewer people are familiar with the 457(b) plan. With several different choices available, each more confusing than the other, taking control… Read More
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How Much Do I Need to Retire as a Physician?
Back in 2018, I was asked to speak at the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS) conference, and the topic was simple: How Much Do I Need to Retire as a Physician? Well,… Read More
Retirement Savings Accounts for Physicians in 2023
Everyone knows they need to save for retirement to have any hope of reaching financial independence, but what retirement accounts should physicians be utilizing in 2023? What might not be as clear is what type… Read More
Building the Best Budget for Medical Residents
One of the most common questions we get is “how do I build a budget as a medical resident?” This came up when we first moved to Philly in 2015, and we had our new… Read More
How To Build a Tax Efficient Taxable Account as a Physician
As a physician, you are in a fortunate spot to have to use taxable investment accounts. However, many of us feel cold sweat bead down our neck when we hear “taxable” as a high-income household…. Read More
Financial Planning for a Medical Resident
Before we talk about financial planning for medical residents, let’s start with the most important part first: your primary goal while in residency or fellowship should be to become an exceptional doctor. The kicker is… Read More
Roth IRA Strategies for Physicians
The “Backdoor Roth IRA” is a fantastic and commonly utilized Roth IRA strategy for physicians, but did you know there are other great ways to use a Roth IRA? Today, we are going to take… Read More
Financial Planning for Doctors in Five Easy Steps!
While financial planning for doctors is a long process that relies heavily on personal circumstances and preferences, we break it down into a simple five step process to get you on the right path. This… Read More
Key Financial Aspects for Locum Tenens Physicians
In the past, few doctors gave locum tenens much consideration as a possible career path. Stability and growing within one company were the main goals for many. However, newer generations of physicians have a different… Read More
Important Financial Considerations for Academic Physicians
There are important financial considerations for academic physicians, which play a vital and often under-appreciated role in our healthcare system. Not only can academic physicians be the driving force in medical advancements through research, but… Read More