White Coat Investor Podcast

Dr. Jim Dahle of the White Coat Investor

Host, Dr. James Dahle, is a practicing emergency physician and founder of the White Coat Investor Blog. Like the blog, the White Coat Investor Podcast, is dedicated to educating medical students, residents, physicians, dentists, and similar high-income professionals about personal finance and building wealth, so they can ultimately be their own financial advisor—or, at least know enough to not get ripped off by a financial advisor! We tackle the hard topics like the best ways to pay off student loans, how to create your own personal financial plan, retirement planning, how to save money, investing in real estate, side hustles, and how everyone can be a millionaire by living WCI principles. Learn more at http://whitecoatinvestor.com/ read less

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The White Coat Investor Podcast offers financial advice for high-income medical professionals. The goal is to increase their financial literacy and help them manage their money. Host Dr. James Dahle offers advice on important financial topics. He began the White Coat Investor Podcast in 2011.

The host is passionate about helping medical professionals achieve financial independence. He also wants to help them avoid financial mistakes. High income doesn't mean someone knows how to manage their money. Some don't even have emergency funds. In addition, many white coat professionals owe six figures in student loans. The podcast offers advice and financial planning tools so healthcare professionals can grow. But even those not in medical professions can learn from the financial topics on the show.

The podcast offers several types of episodes. In episodes like “Will Student Loans Be Forgiven?” Dahle explores the impact of the student loan payment pause during the COVID-19 pandemic. Podcast guest Andrew Paulson discusses ideas like interest rates and loan refinancing options. In some episodes, Dahle answers listener questions about a topic. One example is “Self-Employed Retirement Accounts Q & A.” In this case, he discusses retirement accounts. Some of the ideas that come up are backdoor Roth IRA accounts and health savings accounts (HSAs).

The White Coat Investor Podcast offers a special series called Milestones to Millionaires (MtoM). MtoM podcast episodes show the success stories of high-income professionals. Many success stories include explanations of how individuals paid off student loans. There are also many stories about savvy financial planning strategies.

Whitecoat professionals need to know about money. Financial literacy is key, and Dahle brings awareness to these necessary topics. Financial advisors are helpful, but professionals still must be able to understand their strategy. Even if someone doesn't want to manage their money, they still need to know the right moves to make. This show is a good place to learn.

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WCI #318: 1099 Income and Locums Docs
Yesterday
WCI #318: 1099 Income and Locums Docs
Today we answer a handful of questions from docs who are interested in, or are currently doing locums. We talk about who locums might be right for and if people with a family can make it works as a career. We answer a few questions about 1099 income and how to structure your retirement savings if you are a 1099 worker, and what to do if you miss the deadline to set up a solo 401(k). We also tackle a question about iBonds in 2023. Laurel Road is committed to serving the financial needs of doctors. We want to help make your money work both harder and smarter, which is why we offer a 4.80% APY,† on our High Yield Savings accounts. A Laurel Road High Yield Savings account comes with zero costs to open and no monthly account fees.† Whether you’re saving for an emergency fund or planning your next big purchase, you can keep building your savings and access your funds whenever you need them. For terms and conditions, please visit www.laurelroad.com/wci. Laurel Road is a brand of KeyBank N.A. All products are offered by KeyBank N.A. Member FDIC. ©2023 KeyCorp® All Rights Reserved. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs for specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
MtoM #121 - Couple Creates Their Own Financial Plan and Fires Their Financial Advisor
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MtoM #121 - Couple Creates Their Own Financial Plan and Fires Their Financial Advisor
A few years out of residency this couple decided to get serious about their finances. Once they started to look at their finances and the fees they were paying their financial advisor they knew it was time to get a written financial plan in place. They took WCI's Fire Your Financial Advisor course and created a plan that worked for them. They fired their financial advisor and are on their way to financial independence! Do you need to get a written financial plan in place? Check out our course at https://www.wcicourses.com/p/fire-your-financial-advisor  The sponsor of this episode, 37th Parallel is a private multifamily acquisitions and asset management firm based in Richmond, Va. Since 2008 they have completed close to $ 1 billion in multifamily transactions with a 100% profitable track record for our clients. They provide a vertically integrated investment platform (fund and single asset investments) for high net worth, family office, and institutional investors seeking tax-advantaged income and equity growth. They specialize in Class A/B apartment communities in demographically strong markets in Texas, Georgia, Florida, and the Carolinas. Learn more about 37th Parallel and the special investment discounts available only to White Coat investors at https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/37parallel The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Be a Guest on The Milestones to Millionaire Podcast: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/milestones  Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
WCI #317: Financial Planning for a Child with a Disability
Jun 1 2023
WCI #317: Financial Planning for a Child with a Disability
Today our guest on the podcast is our friend, James Lange. He is here to talk about his personal experience of having a daughter diagnosed with a disability and then going through the process of making sure she will have the finances in place she needs to succeed even after he and his wife are gone. He shares everything he has learned through the process and we hope this episode will be incredibly helpful for those of you in a similar situation. Now is the perfect time to review your last tax plan. Are you taking advantage of all the available tax-saving strategies? Have you used all the deductions that can reduce your taxable income? Cerebral Tax Advisors is a White Coat Investor-recommended Tax firm, that specializes in helping medical professionals lower their personal and business taxes. Their services are flat-rate, and they focus on their client's return on investment. To learn more or schedule a free consultation, visit https://www.cerebraltaxadvisors.com The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs for specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
MtoM #120 - Career Military Doc Takes on Retirement
May 29 2023
MtoM #120 - Career Military Doc Takes on Retirement
This doc is a 28 year Air Force general surgeon who retired in the fall of 2020. He tells us about his journey in the military as well as talks about his decision to retire. He wants to be sure that people know that career military docs can have a great retirement and says the pension that comes from the military is amazing. Their biggest challenge is actually ramping up their spending. Not long after retiring this doc and his wife hiked the entire Appalachian Trail together. A total of 2200 miles over 7 months. His career and his adventuring were inspiring to us! Disability insurance is complicated. Doctors shouldn’t have to take time to sort through a bunch of disability insurance quotes to find the best own occupation policy. It’s stressful, so let us help. Over 20,000 Doctors have trusted Pattern to help them find the best coverage at the most affordable price. You can be next. Find out more at https://Patternlife.com today! The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Be a Guest on The Milestones to Millionaire Podcast: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/milestones  Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
WCI #316: Roth Contributions and Conversions
May 25 2023
WCI #316: Roth Contributions and Conversions
We have continued to get a lot of your questions about all things Roth so we are dedicating another episode to your Roth questions. We answer questions about SEP IRA conversions, Roth IRA contributions, Roth contributions in a 401(k) vs. a backdoor Roth, Mega Backdoor Roth questions, how taxes affect Roth conversions and more! Today’s episode is brought to us by SoFi. Right now, qualifying medical professionals can refinance their private student loans with an up to one percent rate discount. Still a resident? With SoFi Student Loan Refinancing, you could pay just a hundred dollars a month during your residency. And as a SoFi member, you’ll have access to a powerful set of tools, education, even financial planners, to help you not only save money, but help you get on the road to financial freedom. Check out their payment plans and interest rates at https://SOFI.com/WhiteCoatInvestor SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions may apply. NMLS 696891. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs for specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
MtoM #119 - Opening a Franchise
May 22 2023
MtoM #119 - Opening a Franchise
Our interviewees today are telling us about opening their first franchise. After listening to WCI podcast episode 267 about non-food franchising they decided to give it a try! This couple did tons of due diligence and spent a great deal of timing getting educated about how this business would run and they are finally off to the races. We think you will find their story super inspiring. This debt averse couple waited to do this until they had enough cash to pay for the whole project up front. Their advice to you is to be at a place in your financial life that if it doesn't work out it won't ruin you financially. That way this process can be fun instead of scary. Want to listen to the episode that inspired them? Check it out here: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/non-food-franchising-267/  This episode is sponsored by All Global Circle. You have valuable knowledge and can always use a little extra money. The All Global Circle community is set up to provide a clear, easy, and efficient means of communication between the pharmaceutical industry, the research industry, and those professionals who are using new developments and end products on an ongoing daily basis. If All Global Circle can't get you a survey to take within 90 days, they'll pay you a loyalty bonus just for logging in and checking a couple of times per month. By signing up at https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/Global you'll get an extra $50 just for being a member of the WCI community. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Be a Guest on The Milestones to Millionaire Podcast: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/milestones  Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
WCI #315: 529's, Inheritance and Roth IRAs For Kids
May 18 2023
WCI #315: 529's, Inheritance and Roth IRAs For Kids
Today we answer your questions about 529's. We try to help clarify the changes coming with Secure Act 2.0. We talk about if it would make sense for 529s to be under a grandparents name to avoid your child not qualifying for FAFSA. We discuss if it is smart to save in a 529 if you aren't sure if your child will attend college in the US. Dr. Dahle answers questions about his families' plan for inheritance for their kids and discusses which funds to choose for your kids Roth IRAs. We even touch on the topic of how much is reasonable to spend on an engagement ring. As healthcare evolves, it means greater opportunities for you. You can learn about the growing need for locum tenens from the creators of the industry, CompHealth. These short-term assignments allow you to pay down your student loan debt faster or earn extra income. Locums also provides flexibility of schedule and location for better work-life balance. In addition to assignments across the US and abroad, CompHealth provides personalized, high-quality service, which means exploring additional options, such as a medical mission, telehealth work, or even a permanent position, and help with your CV, contract negotiations, and more. Connect with an expert at https://CompHealth.com. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs for specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
MtoM #118 - Cardiologist Becomes a Millionaire
May 15 2023
MtoM #118 - Cardiologist Becomes a Millionaire
This cardiologist became a millionaire just 6 years out of training. This physician couple worked hard to pay their debt off and start saving. They have learned that while they want to be set up for a comfortable retirement, they also are not trying to FIRE. They want to save responsibly while still spending money now and making the most of life right now with their kids. His advice to you is to be persistent and consistent and to be patient. If you stick to your plan you will be successful!  Dr. Dahle also gives an intro to HSA accounts, what it means to have triple tax protection, and why he thinks HSAs are incredibly awesome. Want to learn more about HSA accounts? Check out this post: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/health-savings-account/  Getting quality disability and life insurance should be the first financial chore for a doctor to complete. Most docs don't have the ideal policy for their gender, specialty, state, or health status and 1 in 7 doctors get disabled at some point during their career. Because these policies can only be purchased through brokers, we have put together a list of vetted agents who are experienced with working with the specific needs of medical professionals and who have your best interest at heart. If you have questions about insurance and what kind of policies would be the best fit for you, check out our insurance recommended list at https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/insurance/ and feel the peace of mind that comes with knowing you have the optimal policy in place. You can do this and The White Coat Investor can help. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Be a Guest on The Milestones to Millionaire Podcast: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/milestones  Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
WCI #314: Loving Your Timeshare with Dr. Cory Fawcett
May 11 2023
WCI #314: Loving Your Timeshare with Dr. Cory Fawcett
Dr. Cory Fawcett joins us today to make the case for timeshares. He takes the much less voiced opinion that timeshares are awesome. He shares who he thinks are the right candidates for timeshares and who are not. He also talks about how to make the most of them. As a timeshare owner for over 30 years he believes for the right people they can be a fantastic way to travel. We hope you enjoy the friendly debate between Dr. Fawcett and Dr. Dahle. Today’s episode is brought to us by SoFi. Right now, qualifying medical professionals can refinance their private student loans with an up to one percent rate discount. Still a resident? With SoFi Student Loan Refinancing, you could pay just a hundred dollars a month during your residency. And as a SoFi member, you’ll have access to a powerful set of tools, education, even financial planners, to help you not only save money, but help you get on the road to financial freedom. Check out their payment plans and interest rates at https://SOFI.com/WhiteCoatInvestor SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions may apply. NMLS 696891 The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs for specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
MtoM #117 - Sleep Doc Pays Off a Mortgage in Two Years
May 8 2023
MtoM #117 - Sleep Doc Pays Off a Mortgage in Two Years
This sleep medicine doc paid off his mortgage in only 2 years! He learned quickly that he does not like being in debt and first tackled $280,000 of student loans in less than 3 years out of residency. His next goal was to save up for a down payment, then after buying the house paid down the mortgage in an incredibly fast time period. He said he likes having a goal that he can pour his effort and money into. It is also no surprise that he has nearly reached millionaire status. His next big goal is to buy some real estate to help residents in his area have both an affordable place to live, but also to help mentor them as they work towards completing their training. The sponsor of this episode, 37th Parallel is a private multifamily acquisitions and asset management firm based in Richmond, Va. Since 2008 they have completed close to $ 1 billion in multifamily transactions with a 100% profitable track record for our clients. They provide a vertically integrated investment platform (fund and single asset investments) for high net worth, family office, and institutional investors seeking tax-advantaged income and equity growth. They specialize in Class A/B apartment communities in demographically strong markets in Texas, Georgia, Florida, and the Carolinas. Learn more about 37th Parallel and the special investment discounts available only to White Coat investors at https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/37parallel The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Be a Guest on The Milestones to Millionaire Podcast: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/milestones  Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
WCI #313: The Proposed Ban on Non-Compete Contracts and Whether It's Fair
May 4 2023
WCI #313: The Proposed Ban on Non-Compete Contracts and Whether It's Fair
Today we are answering your questions from the speak pipe. We talk about if a medical reimbursement plan is a good option for a private practice, we talk about the proposed ban on non-compete contracts and get into what non competes are, why people use them, and when they are and are not fair. We answer a question about divesting interest in sale of practice. We talk about short term investments and discuss if annuities are a better idea than usual with interest rates as high as they currently are. Finally we talk about what to do when you have a bad financial advisor. What’s changed in healthcare? The opportunities, the lifestyle, and you. Your needs, wants, and goals are probably different than they were five years ago. Now’s the perfect time to explore locum tenens opportunities. Start your research at locumstory.com, an unbiased, educational resource. You’ll hear true stories from physicians, learn about specialty trends, compare locums agencies, and more. Locums could be an essential part of a career that adapts to your needs. Visit https://locumstory.com The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs for specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
MtoM #116 - ER Doc Builds Wealth and Pays Off $344,000 in 2 1/2 Years
May 1 2023
MtoM #116 - ER Doc Builds Wealth and Pays Off $344,000 in 2 1/2 Years
This ER Doc has worked hard since finishing residency and has not only paid off $344,000 in 2 1/2 years,. but he also managed to build wealth and buy a new truck at the same time. This doc says paying off his loans made him feel like he was finally and officially done with med school. How did he do it? Live like a resident and work like a resident. They are now using those big student loan payments to build a nest egg and save for a down payment. Need help figuring out what to do with your student loans? Check out https://studentloanadvice.com  Today’s episode is brought to us by SoFi. Right now, qualifying medical professionals can refinance their private student loans with an up to one percent rate discount. Still a resident? With SoFi Student Loan Refinancing, you could pay just a hundred dollars a month during your residency. And as a SoFi member, you’ll have access to a powerful set of tools, education, even financial planners, to help you not only save money, but help you get on the road to financial freedom. Check out their payment plans and interest rates at https://SOFI.com/WhiteCoatInvestor The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Be a Guest on The Milestones to Millionaire Podcast: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/milestones  Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
WCI #312: Generational Wealth and Teaching Your Kids About Money
Apr 27 2023
WCI #312: Generational Wealth and Teaching Your Kids About Money
Our guest on the podcast today is Dr. Brittne Halford of More Joy, More Wealth. She and Dr. Dahle discuss how your upbringing affects your view on money. They discuss generational wealth and the difference between being rich and having wealth. They talk about how to teach your kids about money and how to help them learn to work hard and create the life they want even if they have some generational wealth coming their way. As healthcare evolves, it means greater opportunities for you. You can learn about the growing need for locum tenens from the creators of the industry, CompHealth. These short-term assignments allow you to pay down your student loan debt faster or earn extra income. Locums also provides flexibility of schedule and location for better work-life balance. In addition to assignments across the US and abroad, CompHealth provides personalized, high-quality service, which means exploring additional options, such as a medical mission, telehealth work, or even a permanent position, and help with your CV, contract negotiations, and more. Connect with an expert at https://CompHealth.com The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs for specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
MtoM #115 - Doc Pays Off Student Loans in 30 Months
Apr 24 2023
MtoM #115 - Doc Pays Off Student Loans in 30 Months
This doc paid off his student loans in only 30 months. He said the freedom of being out of debt is allowing him and his family create a better work life balance. His biggest piece of advice is to have a plan and stick to it. By sticking to his plan and working hard he was able to pay this debt off much faster than he had planned. Need help making a plan to pay off your student loans? Check out https://www.studentloanadvice.com  This episode is sponsor by InCrowd. Their 5-10 minute MicroSurveys use a mobile-first approach, giving physicians an easy way to participate in paid research on diverse healthcare topics. It’s medical research designed for physician schedules.  Join now to be matched with studies that fit your areas of specialization at https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/incrowd The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Be a Guest on The Milestones to Millionaire Podcast: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/milestones  Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
WCI #311: Asset Location
Apr 20 2023
WCI #311: Asset Location
Today we are answering your questions off the speak pipe. Many of those questions are in regards to asset location. We talk about weighing tax efficiency against higher returns in your accounts and Dr. Dahle reminds you not to let the tax tail wag the investment dog. We answer questions about high yielding ETFs, QLACs, 457s, non qualified deferred compensation plans, and bonds with high fees. Today’s episode is brought to us by SoFi. Right now, qualifying medical professionals can refinance their private student loans with an up to one percent rate discount. Still a resident? With SoFi Student Loan Refinancing, you could pay just a hundred dollars a month during your residency. And as a SoFi member, you’ll have access to a powerful set of tools, education, even financial planners, to help you not only save money, but help you get on the road to financial freedom. Check out their payment plans and interest rates at https://SOFI.com/WhiteCoatInvestor The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs for specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
MtoM #114 - Pathologist and Anesthesiologist Get Back to Broke
Apr 17 2023
MtoM #114 - Pathologist and Anesthesiologist Get Back to Broke
This dual physician couple who are fresh out of training are back to broke! They have worked hard to budget, make a financial plan and grow their net worth. They talk about the importance of having a written financial plan as well as becoming finacially literate as soon as possible. There is no need to wait until you are out of training to get educated. They show us that even in a high cost of living area you can make big progress on your financial goals. Need help getting a written financial plan? Take our Fire Your Financial Advisor Course and write your plan today! https://www.wcicourses.com/p/fire-your-financial-advisor  Getting quality disability and life insurance should be the first financial chore for a doctor to complete. Most docs don't have the ideal policy for their gender, specialty, state, or health status and 1 in 7 doctors get disabled at some point during their career. Because these policies can only be purchased through brokers, we have put together a list of vetted agents who are experienced with working with the specific needs of medical professionals and who have your best interest at heart. If you have questions about insurance and what kind of policies would be the best fit for you, check out our insurance recommended list at whitecoatinvestor.com/insurance and feel the peace of mind that comes with knowing you have the optimal policy in place.  You can do this and The White Coat Investor can help. https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/insurance/  The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Be a Guest on The Milestones to Millionaire Podcast: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/milestones  Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
WCI #310: The Wage Gap in Medicine
Apr 13 2023
WCI #310: The Wage Gap in Medicine
Our guest on the podcast today is Dr. Shikha Jain. She has devoted her life not only to medicine but to helping women in medicine. She shares her knowledge around if the gender wage gap is real, why it exists and what we can do about it. What’s changed in healthcare? The opportunities, the lifestyle, and you. Your needs, wants, and goals are probably different than they were five years ago. Now’s the perfect time to explore locum tenens opportunities. Start your research at https://www.locumstory.com, an unbiased, educational resource. You’ll hear true stories from physicians, learn about specialty trends, compare locums agencies, and more. Locums could be an essential part of a career that adapts to your needs. Visit https://www.locumstory.com The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs for specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
MtoM #113 - Paid Off Student Loans and Bought a Car With Cash
Apr 10 2023
MtoM #113 - Paid Off Student Loans and Bought a Car With Cash
This neurologist paid off over $400,000 in just 3 1/2 years. He also bought a new car with cash. He said living like a resident and having a plan is how he paid off his debt so quickly. This doc has developed great habits that will help him reach financial independence early. We think you will find his optimism and discipline as inspiring as we did. Today’s episode is brought to us by SoFi. Right now, qualifying medical professionals can refinance their private student loans with an up to one percent rate discount. Still a resident? With SoFi Student Loan Refinancing, you could pay just a hundred dollars a month during your residency. And as a SoFi member, you’ll have access to a powerful set of tools, education, even financial planners, to help you not only save money, but help you get on the road to financial freedom. Check out their payment plans and interest rates at https://SOFI.com/WhiteCoatInvestor                                                       SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions may apply. NMLS 696891. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Be a Guest on The Milestones to Millionaire Podcast: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/milestones  Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
WCI #309: Taxes
Apr 6 2023
WCI #309: Taxes
It's that time of year where we have lots of questions about taxes. Today we talk about how to file an amendment to your 2022 tax return. The good news is it's not hard and it is not a big deal. We also talk about what to do if your tax professional makes a mistake on your taxes. Next we get into some questions regarding tax loss harvesting and what the averaging method is. We discuss if there is ever a good reason to use a robo-advisor to help with tax loss harvesting. Finally we answer a question about the pro rata rule as well as a few student loan questions. Laurel Road is committed to serving the financial needs of doctors, including helping you get the home of your dreams. Laurel Road’s Physician Mortgage is a home loan exclusively for physicians and dentists featuring up to 100% financing on loans of $1,000,000 or less.1 These loans have fewer restrictions than conventional mortgages and recognize the lender’s trust in medical professionals’ creditworthiness and earning potential. Borrowers can also get up to $650 off closing costs!2 For terms and conditions, please visit https://www.laurelroad.com/wci The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs for specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter
MtoM #112 - Family Physicians Start Direct Primary Care Practice
Apr 3 2023
MtoM #112 - Family Physicians Start Direct Primary Care Practice
This doc is our second returning guest. Since she paid off her student loans in August of 2021 her and her husband were able to take a financial risk, leave their jobs in academia, and start a private direct primary care practice. They got their financial ducks in a row and recognized they wanted to change the way they worked. This change reduced burnout and created the life/work balance they want. She said making less money is worth the balance they have created. Are you battling burnout? Check out this post for some tips to reduce burnout: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/physician-burnout-factors-cures/  Today’s episode is brought to us by SoFi. Right now, qualifying medical professionals can refinance their private student loans with an up to one percent rate discount. Still a resident? With SoFi Student Loan Refinancing, you could pay just a hundred dollars a month during your residency. And as a SoFi member, you’ll have access to a powerful set of tools, education, even financial planners, to help you not only save money, but help you get on the road to financial freedom. Check out their payment plans and interest rates at https://SOFI.com/WhiteCoatInvestor The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Be a Guest on The Milestones to Millionaire Podcast: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/milestones  Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter