Ep #05: The Top Three Questions You Should Ask Every Financial Advisor
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Release Date: 01/16/2020
Ep #10: Insights Into The Veterinary Job Market with Jeff Sanford
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Mentorship in the veterinary industry often fails, which can lead to increased importance in appropriate onboarding measures for new staff members. In this episode, Jeff Sanford, Director of Financial Literacy and Practice Outreach at UGA College of Veterinary Medicine, joins the show to explore the employment market for veterinarians and hospital owners. You can find show notes and more at: Disclosure: Travis York is the owner of Three and One Vet Advisors and a partner of SignatureFD. Three and One Vet Advisors is a veterinary consulting and strategic planning firm of which...
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Ep #09: Navigating Inflation and Market Changes with Tony Welch
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Many conversations seem to be about inflation lately. As such, we believe it’s important to put things into perspective regarding what to do as prices increase and put added strain on small businesses. In this episode, Tony Welch, SignatureFD’s Chief Investment Officer, joins the show to share his thoughts on the current inflation situation. He provides some insight into the current markets, lays out what may happen in the coming months, and gives some suggestions on how you can create a plan for your business. You can find show notes and more at: Disclosure: Travis York is the...
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Ep #08: How to Stay Ahead in an Evolving Succession Market with Bill R. Crank, DVM
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The sale of a veterinary practice can be one of the largest financial decisions you will make in your lifetime. To help ensure you’re making the right decision, we believe it’s important to have current market insights supported by long-term understanding, consult multiple experts, and obtain the right professional support. In this episode, Bill R. Crank, DVM, from Total Practice Solutions Group, joins the show to share his thoughts on selling and exiting a practice in today’s market. You can find show notes and more at: Disclosure: Travis York is the owner of Three and One Vet Advisors...
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Ep #07: Business Exit Strategies and ESOPs with Brian Frey, CFP
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In the veterinary industry, Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) aren’t very common. Many veterinary hospital owners are unsure how an ESOP compares to a more traditional exit plan and how long an owner considering an ESOP will likely have to stay in the business before exiting. In this episode, Brian Frey, CFP and Partner at SignatureFD, joins the show to share what a successful business exit can look like and why he believes it is essential to start planning out your exit strategy years in advance. You can find show notes and more at: Disclosure: Travis York is the owner of...
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Ep #06: Building an Ownership Culture in Your Practice with Robin Brogdon
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What can you do to help create a brand that attracts the clientele and associates you want? In this episode, Robin Brogdon, CEO at BluePrints Veterinary Marketing Group, joins the show to discuss the potential benefits of Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and what you can do to help build an ownership culture within your practice. You can find show notes and more at: Disclosure: Travis York is the owner of Three and One Vet Advisors and a partner of SignatureFD. Three and One Vet Advisors is a veterinary consulting and strategic planning firm of which SignatureFD has no...
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Ep #05: The Future of Veterinary Real Estate with Peter Kilkelly
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The veterinary real estate market has undergone plenty of changes over the past several years, and it doesn’t seem to be slowing down. Whether you’re a current veterinary hospital owner looking to understand the value of your real estate or a prior owner with a third-party lease in place, it’s important to understand how your real estate is valued. You can find show notes and more at: Disclosure: Travis York is the owner of Three and One Vet Advisors and a partner of SignatureFD. Three and One Vet Advisors is a veterinary consulting and strategic planning firm of which SignatureFD...
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Ep #04: Achieving Your Practice Ownership Dreams with Bert Hockenberry and Jordan Kay
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Many veterinarians say practice ownership is not for them because they want work-life balance, have too much student debt, or are unsure how to run a business. However, with advances in business processes, structuring, and technology, practice ownership is worthy of consideration and can bring empowerment and control. In this episode, Jordan Kay and Bert Hockenberry from Provide financial services join the show to discuss why many people are choosing to become owners and the steps they take to do so - even as younger veterinarians. Listen in as Bert and Jordan discuss how practice ownership...
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Ep #03: The Future of Veterinary Business with Donna Harris and Peter Weinstein (Part 2)
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Veterinary practices have been busier than ever since the beginning of the pandemic. Due to this increase in transactions, the inefficiency of the veterinary business model was exposed. There was more money coming in, but there was also a lot more stress put on the vets and nurses. So, how can we find the perfect middle ground between profitability, sustainability, and work-life balance? In this second half of our two-part episode, Donna Harris, Assistant Professor at Michigan State University, and Peter Weinstein, President of Simple Solutions for Vets, answer this key question and more. You...
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Ep #02: The Future of Veterinary Business with Donna Harris and Peter Weinstein (Part 1)
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The business of veterinary medicine has evolved greatly over the past few decades. With the pandemic, the increase in technology, and more, the veterinary industry is constantly having to pivot—and with that, the schools are having to change how they’re teaching students. So, how has the business of veterinary medicine developed, and what does this mean for the future of veterinary care? Joining us to discuss these topics and more are Donna Harris, Assistant Professor at Michigan State University, and Peter Weinstein, President of Simple Solutions for Vets. You can find show notes and more...
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Ep #01: Welcome to the VET Worthwhile Podcast!
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Welcome to VET Worthwhile! This podcast is all about helping veterinarians learn to leverage wealth, maintain a healthy work-life balance, and build a worthwhile legacy—all while keeping focused on what matters most. In this inaugural episode, we will be sharing how this podcast came to be, what you can expect in the coming episodes, and what sets veterinarians apart in terms of financial needs. You can find show notes and more at: Disclosure: Travis York is the owner of Three and One Vet Advisors and a partner of SignatureFD. Three and One Vet Advisors is a veterinary consulting and...
info_outlinePlenty of sources will give you important questions to ask your financial advisor. Most of them suggest asking things like: How many years have you been in business? What's your investment philosophy? How do you get paid? And those are important questions—but they aren't the most important questions.
You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2QHs4d3