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YFP 403: Lessons from the Red: Navigating Big Market Dips

Release Date: 04/17/2025

YFP 421: Whole Life Insurance: Do You Need It?

Your Financial Pharmacist

Tim Ulbrich and Tim Baker tackle one of the most common questions we hear from pharmacists: “Do I need this whole life insurance policy?” They dive into who needs coverage, common misconceptions, and why the “buy term and invest the difference” strategy may be the smarter approach. Episode Summary YFP Co-Founder & CEO, Tim Ulbrich, PharmD, and YFP Co-Founder & COO, Tim Baker, CFP®, RLP®, RICP®, tackle one of the most common questions we hear from pharmacists: “Do I need this whole life insurance policy?” We’ve seen an increasing number of pharmacists with...

YFP 420: How to Ask for and Get a Raise

Your Financial Pharmacist

Asking for and getting a raise can make a significant difference in your financial plan for years to come. In this episode, Tim Ulbrich walks through a five-step playbook with practical tips and strategies to help you confidently ask for and get the raise you deserve. Episode Summary Asking for and getting a raise can make a massive difference in your financial plan, not just today, but for years and even decades to come. For many pharmacists, the thought of walking into their boss’s office and asking for more money can feel as unpleasant as getting a cavity filled. It’s uncomfortable,...

YFP 419: Shaping the Future of Pharmacy: Meet the 2025 YFP Gives Scholarship Winners

Your Financial Pharmacist

In this special episode, Tim Ulbrich introduces the winners of the YFP Gives scholarship. Deja Preusser, Zipporah Williams, Michaela Martin-Worley, Julia Miller, and Mildred Asamoah share their inspiring stories, showcasing the drive, resilience, and vision of the next generation of pharmacy leaders. Episode Summary YFP Co-Founder & CEO, Tim Ulbrich, PharmD introduces the five recipients of the 2025 YFP Gives Scholarship. These inspiring stories reflect the passion, perseverance, and leadership of the next generation of pharmacy professionals. The 2025 YFP Gives scholarship winners are...

YFP 418: Homebuying Isn’t Out of Reach: A Pharmacist’s Path to Ownership

Your Financial Pharmacist

Buying a home can feel overwhelming, especially for pharmacists facing student loans, rising rents, and high interest rates. Tony Umholtz, mortgage loan officer at First Horizon, shares a realistic path to homeownership, even in today’s challenging real estate environment. This episode is brought to you by First Horizon. Episode Summary Buying a home as a first-time buyer in today’s market can feel overwhelming, especially for pharmacists juggling student loans, high rents, and rising interest rates. In this episode of the Your Financial Pharmacist Podcast, Tim Ulbrich is joined by Tony...

YFP 417: From Coast FI to Living Fully: Cory & Cassie Jenks Four Years Later

Your Financial Pharmacist

Cory & Cassie Jenks return 5 years after first sharing their Coast FI journey. Tim Ulbrich talks with them about career shifts, family life, and how they’re balancing financial freedom with living fully while raising three kids under six. Episode Summary In early 2020, pharmacists Cory and Cassie Jenks shared their inspiring journey toward Coast FI on Episode 134 of the YFP Podcast, explaining how they front-loaded their retirement savings to create more flexibility, time freedom, and intentional living. Now, over five years later, they’re back for a “Where Are They Now?” update. A...

YFP 416: Student Loan Changes: Key Takeaways from the Big Beautiful Bill

Your Financial Pharmacist

Tim Ulbrich, PharmD, breaks down student loan updates from the Big Beautiful Bill, including key changes, how we got here, and what it means for your repayment strategy. Episode Summary In this episode, YFP Co-Founder & CEO, Tim Ulbrich, PharmD breaks down recent student loan updates stemming from the newly passed Big Beautiful Bill. With so many repayment options, formulas, and acronyms flying around, it’s more confusing than ever for borrowers to make confident decisions. Tim walks through: ✅ Key changes included in the Big Beautiful Bill ✅ How we got here and why this matters ✅...

YFP 415: Breaking Through Burnout, Self-Limiting Beliefs, and the Traditional Career Script with Jackie Boyle

Your Financial Pharmacist

Jackie Boyle returns nearly two years after paying off $200K+ in student loans to share how that milestone shaped her growth. Jackie also discusses mindset shifts, burnout in pharmacy, and her mission to help ambitious women reconnect with their purpose and potential. Episode Summary In this episode, Jackie Boyle, PharmD, returns to the YFP Podcast to share what’s happened in the nearly two years since she and her husband paid off over $200,000 in student loans. Jackie and Tim Ulbrich dive into the pressure many pharmacists feel to follow a traditional career path, the mindset shifts...

YFP REI 135: How Volatile Is Real Estate Investing?

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Pharmacists and real estate investors Nate Hedrick and David Bright explore today’s shifting housing market and ask: Is real estate investing less volatile than the stock market? Episode Summary In this episode, pharmacists and real estate investors Nate Hedrick and David Bright break down what they’re seeing in today’s real estate market, from inconsistent pricing strategies to shifting buyer and seller behavior, and explore the bigger question: Is real estate investing less volatile than the stock market? They reflect on how current trends compare to recent years and what that...

YFP 414: Ask YFP: When Should I Contribute to Roth vs. Traditional Accounts?

Your Financial Pharmacist

Wondering whether to contribute to a Roth or Traditional retirement account? Tim Ulbrich and Tim Baker break down key factors like tax brackets, Roth 401(k) access, and long-term planning tips to help you decide. Episode Summary One of the most common questions we get is: Should I contribute to a Roth or Traditional retirement account? In this episode, YFP Co-Founder & CEO, Tim Ulbrich, PharmD, and YFP Co-Founder & COO, Tim Baker, CFP®, RLP®, RICP®, break down the key factors to consider when deciding between Roth and Traditional contributions, including: ✅ Your current and...

YFP 413: 7 Key Financial Considerations During a Job Transition

Your Financial Pharmacist

Thinking about changing jobs or just got promoted? In this episode, Tim and Tim cover 7 key financial considerations, from negotiating offers to managing benefits, to help you navigate the transition with clarity and confidence. Episode Summary If you recently changed jobs or just landed a promotion, congratulations! A new opportunity, whether internal or external, often brings exciting possibilities…and important financial decisions. In this episode, 7 Key Financial Considerations During a Job Transition, YFP Co-Founder & CEO, Tim Ulbrich, PharmD is joined by YFP Co-Founder & COO,...

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Tim Ulbrich, PharmD, reflects on losing over $100,000 during recent market volatility and shares eight powerful, experience-driven lessons from two decades of investing to help listeners navigate the emotional and practical realities of building wealth.

This episode is brought to you by APhA.

Summary

In this episode, Tim Ulbrich, PharmD gets personal and shares how he lost over $110,000 in just five days.

Despite his professional background in personal finance, Tim candidly shares how challenging it was to write those numbers down—highlighting just how emotional and disorienting the recent market volatility can feel, even for seasoned investors.

Drawing on two decades of investing experience, Tim unpacks eight key lessons that go beyond theory. These aren’t just ideas from a textbook or strategies he’s shared with clients—they’re principles shaped and reinforced by real-life experience. From understanding loss aversion and the importance of diversification to recognizing one’s own risk tolerance, this episode offers practical insights for navigating the highs and lows of investing with confidence and resilience.

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