White Coat Investor Podcast

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/

WCI #453: Common Real Estate Questions from High-Income Professionals 01/08/2026

WCI #453: Common Real Estate Questions from High-Income Professionals Today’s episode is all about real estate, straight from the questions you asked during our recent live webinar. We dig into Real Estate Professional Status, short term rental rules, and how the tax benefits actually work across direct properties, syndications, and private funds. We also tackle REITs, including whether target date funds are enough, other Vanguard options beyond VNQ, and where REITs belong in your portfolio from a tax perspective. We also discuss if you really need real estate at all, and how do syndications, funds, and real estate debt compare in the real world. Questions from the Real Estate Webinar: -What does due diligence actually mean? -For the short term rental REP loophole can you still spend more than 100 hours doing a different job, any qualify? -Please go in more detail about short term and opportunity tax loopholes. Any specific resources? -Can the tax benefits of REPs apply to your whole portfolio? ie. direct real estate and private investments? -If you become a real estate professional, for rentals, do you still have to be picked up by a brokerage or can you be the brokerage? -Can you benefit from bonus depreciation to offset your w-2 income in syndications and private real estate funds and does this require REPS? -Are there other REITs with vanguard other than VNQ that may not only include large commercial properties? -If you are going to invest in REITs, where is the best place to purchase those funds? 401? Taxable account? Roth? HSA? -Am I leaving money on the table if I don’t invest in real estate in some way? -What are pros & cons of investing in RE Syndication vs Fund vs RE Debt is a free, unbiased educational resource about locum tenens – it’s not a staffing agency. They help answer your questions about the how-to’s of locum tenens work on their website, podcast, webinars, videos, and they even have a locums 101 crash course. is where you should go to find out if locums makes sense for you and your career goals. Locumstory is unique because it’s more of a peer-to-peer platform, with real physicians sharing their experiences and stories – both the good and bad – about working locum tenens – hence the name, “Locum-story.” See for yourself on their self-service platform with no obligation. The White Coat Investor Podcast launched in January 2017, and since then, millions have downloaded it. Join your fellow physicians and other high income professionals and subscribe today! Host, Dr. Jim 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. Main Website: YouTube: Student Loan Advice: TikTok: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: Subreddit: Online Courses: Newsletter: 00:00 WCI Podcast #453 09:27 Due Diligence in Real Estate 14:12 Goodman Capital Interview 24:35 REPS - Real Estate Professional Status 34:26 REITs - Real Estate Investment Trusts 42:06 Should I Invest in Real Estate? 47:22 Real Estate Syndication vs. Equity Fund vs. Debt Fund /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/39596315

MtoM #256: Internist Pays Off $300,000 of Student Loans in 7 Years and Financial Boot Camp: High Deductible Health Plans vs PPO 01/05/2026

MtoM #256: Internist Pays Off $300,000 of Student Loans in 7 Years and Financial Boot Camp: High Deductible Health Plans vs PPO Today we are talking to an internal medicine doc with a great story. She started her medical school journey later in life when she and her husband decided to do whatever it took to help her fulfill her dream of becoming a doctor. Her husband quit his job to stay home and care for their 4 children and she went to medical school. Today we are celebrating her paying off $300,000 of student loans. She has worked hard to pay down debt alongside saving and buying a nice home for her family. Her tips for success are to ground yourself, have a plan and do not let your emotions make your decisions for you. Today’s sponsor, , offers accredited investors access to private multifamily real estate investments with an investor-first model. Unlike most firms, Black Swan collects no GP-level fees and takes no profit until investors receive a full return of capital. Their physician-led team brings a hands-on approach to managing their $375M portfolio, ensuring every asset is optimized for cash flow, appreciation, and tax advantages. With a track record of meeting and exceeding return targets, Black Swan Real Estate provides stability and growth for long-term wealth building. Discover more at The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Have you achieved a Milestone? You can be on the Milestones to Millionaire Podcast too! Apply here: Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 MtoM Podcast #256 02:16 Internist Pays Off $300,000 of Student Loans in 7 Years 18:07 Advice For Others 21:18 High Deductible Health Plans vs PPO /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/39557850

WCI #452: The Case for Self-Employment with Dr. Tod Stillson 01/01/2026

WCI #452: The Case for Self-Employment with Dr. Tod Stillson Today’s episode dives into a hotly debated topic in physician employment: 1099 work. We’re joined by Tod Stillson, who brings an enthusiastic case for why independent contracting and self employment can open doors and empower doctors in ways traditional employment often doesn’t. Dr. Dahle offers a thoughtful counterpoint, questioning just how impactful 1099 status really is for most physicians. It’s a friendly, engaging conversation with plenty of respectful debate, and we think listeners on both sides of the issue will find something to appreciate—and maybe even reconsider. Tod's additional resources: This podcast is sponsored by . He is an independent provider of disability insurance planning solutions to the medical community in every state and a long-time white coat investor sponsor. He specializes in working with residents and fellows early in their careers to set up sound financial and insurance strategies. If you need to review your disability insurance coverage or to get this critical insurance in place, contact Bob at today by email or by calling (973) 771-9100. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Dave Ramsey Image By Gage Skidmore, CC BY-SA 3.0, Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 WCI Podcast #452 05:54 Dr. Tod Stillson Interview 07:27 The Case for Self-Employment 01:09:32 Follow-Up Information from Dr. Tod Stillson 01:17:21 Refinancing Student Loans on 1099 /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/39506160

MtoM #255: PA Becomes a Millionaire and Finance 101: Backdoor Roth IRA Process 12/29/2025

MtoM #255: PA Becomes a Millionaire and Finance 101: Backdoor Roth IRA Process Today we are talking with a PA who has become a millionaire. This PA has a great story and is in his second career and having tons of success. He lives in a high cost of living area but is not letting that slow him down. He got his education paid for with the NHSC scholarship and has zero debt. Now that his career is cruising he has taken up his passion project of becoming a children's book author. After the interview we will be talking about the Backdoor Roth IRA process for Finance 101. David Pedersen's Children's Book: Good Night, Alex is a premier real estate credit investment firm specializing in senior-secured, low loan-to-value lending on Class A properties in prime markets across the greater New York metro area. Founded on a family legacy dating back to 1987, Goodman has closed more than $850 million+ across 95+ loans with a track record of zero principal loss. Their flagship private mortgage REIT, Liquid Credit Strategy Fund I, delivered a steady 9% net dividend yield since inception at a very conservative sub-50% LTV. Invest in tax-efficient, high-yield, risk-adjusted debt investment strategies with Goodman Capital at The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Have you achieved a Milestone? You can be on the Milestones to Millionaire Podcast too! Apply here: Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 MtoM Podcast #255 03:57 PA Becomes a Millionaire 13:30 Advice For Others 16:26 Backdoor Roth IRA Process /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/39411165

WCI #451: Roth IRAs and 529s 12/25/2025

WCI #451: Roth IRAs and 529s In this episode we tackle more of your questions, starting with a look into Roth strategy, including how TSP Roth in-plan conversions work and what to consider when converting a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA and paying the resulting tax bill. We then briefly hear from our friends at Fox CPAs. From there we shift to 529 plans and explore how to use them effectively, what to do if they become overfunded, and whether having too much in a 529 is really a problem at all. Today’s episode is brought to us by , the folks who help you get your money right. Paying off student debt quickly and getting your finances back on track isn't easy, but that’s where SoFi can help — they have exclusive, low rates designed to help medical residents refinance student loans—and that could end up saving you thousands of dollars, helping you get out of student debt sooner. SoFi also offers the ability to lower your payments to just $100 a month* while you’re still in residency. And if you’re already out of residency, SoFi’s got you covered there too. For more information, go to SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions apply. NMLS 696891. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 WCI Podcast #451 01:34 When to Take Your Social Security 09:55 Student Loan Update 22:43 TSP Roth Conversions 27:22 Large Roth Conversions 31:00 Fox & Company CPAs Interview 42:51 Overfunded 529 Accounts 53:45 529 & HSA Reimbursement Timing /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/39361195

MtoM #254: Hospitalist Becomes a Full-Time Entrepreneur and Finance 101: Tax Loss Harvesting 12/22/2025

MtoM #254: Hospitalist Becomes a Full-Time Entrepreneur and Finance 101: Tax Loss Harvesting Today we are talking to a hospitalist who is giving up partnership at his practice to become a full time entrepreneur. He is excited to be able to practice medicine on his own terms. He has always had an entrepreneur mindset and not long after residency he started buying real estate and ultimately ended up buying six car washes with a plan to acquire 3 more before the end of the year. He is comfortable with leveraging debt and has built an empire that has proven very lucrative. He loves that he is building a legacy that he can leave to his children. After the interview we are talking about tax loss harvesting for Finance 101. Still not sure what to do with your student loans?Overwhelmed with how to tackle that giant debt in an ever changing political climate? The experts at are here to help guide you through the best options to manage your loans – our experienced staff have consulted on over $250M in student loan debt, and the average studentloanadvice.com client has saved over $190,000 dollars. You will receive a customized student loan plan using the principles of The White Coat Investor, get answers to all of your student loan questions, gain clarity about your financial future and start down the right path toward financial freedom. Book a consult today at . You can do this and The White Coat Investor can help. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Have you achieved a Milestone? You can be on the Milestones to Millionaire Podcast too! Apply here: Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 MtoM Podcast #254 01:40 Hospitalist Becomes a Full-Time Entrepreneur 15:00 Advice For Others 18:54 3 Pathways to Wealth 22:23 Tax Loss Harvesting /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/39345750

WCI #450: When You Win the Game, Stop Playing with Bill Bernstein 12/18/2025

WCI #450: When You Win the Game, Stop Playing with Bill Bernstein Today we’re thrilled to welcome back our friend and financial expert Bill Bernstein for a thoughtful conversation about what it really means to “stop playing when you win the game.” We dig into the idea of “enough,” how to know when you’ve reached it, and what changes—financially and emotionally—once you have. This episode offers a candid look at life after reaching your goals and how to invest, plan, and live with greater intention once the game is won. Today’s episode is brought to us by , the folks who help you get your money right. Paying off student debt quickly and getting your finances back on track isn't easy, but that’s where SoFi can help — they have exclusive, low rates designed to help medical residents refinance student loans—and that could end up saving you thousands of dollars, helping you get out of student debt sooner. SoFi also offers the ability to lower your payments to just $100 a month* while you’re still in residency. And if you’re already out of residency, SoFi’s got you covered there too. For more information, go to SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions apply. NMLS 696891. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 WCI Podcast #450 02:52 Bill Bernstein Interview 04:20 When you Win the Game, Stop Playing 32:30 Small Value Tilting 35:32 Once You Have "Enough" 41:00 100% Equities? /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/39269825

MtoM #253: A Dentist Acquires Enough to Run for Mayor and Finance 101: End of Year Giving 12/15/2025

MtoM #253: A Dentist Acquires Enough to Run for Mayor and Finance 101: End of Year Giving Today we are chatting with a dentist who has built enough wealth that he can run for Mayor of his town. He has worked hard to build wealth and his practice and is now only seeing patients a few days a week so he can dedicate more time to making a difference in his town. He hopes to help bring people together at a time when we often focus on our differences. After the interview we are talking about year end giving for Finance 101. is the #1 rated physician contract team, reviewing 1000+ physician contracts every year. They empower physicians with location specific compensation data which leads to unparalleled leverage during the physician contract negotiation process. A physician contract lawyer is included and can negotiate on your behalf – alleviating the stress that can go along with reviewing complex legal terms. Flat-rate pricing and flexible schedules are designed for a physician’s schedules. Visit and use code for 10% off! The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Have you achieved a Milestone? You can be on the Milestones to Millionaire Podcast too! Apply here: Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 MtoM Podcast #253 02:51 Dentist Acquires Enough to Run for Mayor 16:18 Advice For Others 19:26 BBB Changes for Charitable Giving /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/39238945

WCI #449: Unions, ACATS Fraud, Vesting, HSAs, and ETFs: What Doctors Need to Know 12/11/2025

WCI #449: Unions, ACATS Fraud, Vesting, HSAs, and ETFs: What Doctors Need to Know Today’s episode tackles a wide mix of practical questions. We explore the pros and cons of unions for doctors, how to protect yourself from ACATS fraud, and what you need to know about vesting rules. We also dig into an asset allocation question, upcoming changes to HSA plans in 2026, and whether it makes sense to exchange a mutual fund for its ETF counterpart. It’s a packed episode with insights you can put to use right away. Today’s episode is brought to us by , the folks who help you get your money right. Paying off student debt quickly and getting your finances back on track isn't easy, but that’s where can help — they have exclusive, low rates designed to help medical residents refinance student loans—and that could end up saving you thousands of dollars, helping you get out of student debt sooner. also offers the ability to lower your payments to just $100 a month* while you’re still in residency. And if you’re already out of residency, ’s got you covered there too. For more information, go to SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions apply. NMLS 696891. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 WCI Podcast #449 01:19 Unions in Healthcare 05:43 ACATS Fraud: What You Need to Know 16:43 Vesting in Employer's Retirement Accounts 19:42 Rebalancing vs. Paying Capital Gains 27:33 HSA Eligible Healthcare Plans 34:34 Swapping Mutual Funds for ETFs /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/39184680

MtoM #252: Psych Resident Maxes Out Spousal and Personal IRAs and Finance 101: Boosting Your Income 12/08/2025

MtoM #252: Psych Resident Maxes Out Spousal and Personal IRAs and Finance 101: Boosting Your Income Today we are talking with a psych resident who has maxed out his personal and spousal IRAs for two years in a row. He found a lucrative moonlighting gig that has helped increase his income. His secret to success is getting educated early so you can get off on the right foot. He shows that you can start building your wealth long before you have reached your max income. After the interview we talking about boosting your income for Finance 101. As a white coat, you have valuable knowledge. . And they’re willing to pay you for it! That’s why we’ve put together a list of recommendations for companies that pay you to take surveys. If you’re looking for a profitable side gig for not too much effort, could be the perfect solution for you. You can make extra money, start a solo 401(k), and use your medical knowledge to impact new products. One of the WCI columnists makes an extra $30,000 a year just doing these surveys. Sign up today and use a fraction of your downtime to make extra cash! Go to The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Have you achieved a Milestone? You can be on the Milestones to Millionaire Podcast too! Apply here: Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 MtoM Podcast #252 03:05 Psych Resident Maxes Out Spousal and Personal IRAs 15:30 Advice For Others 18:20 Boosting Your Income as a Doctor /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/39171255

WCI #448: Smart Retirement Moves for High-Income Professionals 12/04/2025

WCI #448: Smart Retirement Moves for High-Income Professionals Today’s episode tackles a handful of questions that come up often for high-income professionals planning for the future. We dig into how to optimize your retirement accounts and take advantage of key tax benefits, explore how cash balance plans work inside a group practice, and look at whether a target-date retirement fund ever makes sense in a taxable account. We also talk through what to do with your retirement savings over the next year if you won’t have access to workplace profit sharing until the end of 2026. is committed to helping residents and physicians take control of their finances. That’s why we’ve designed a personal loan for doctors, with special repayment terms during training. Get help consolidating high-interest credit card debt or fund the unexpected with one low monthly payment. Check your rates in minutes to see if you qualify for a lower rate, plus, White Coat Readers also get an additional rate discount when they apply through For terms and conditions, please visit Disclosures is a brand of KeyBank N.A. All products are offered by KeyBank N.A. Member FDIC. ©2025 KeyCorp® All Rights Reserved. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 WCI Podcast #448 07:30 Optimizing Retirement Accounts 20:38 Adjusting Risk with a Cash Balance Plan 25:34 Target Retirement Funds in Taxable 30:55 Saving for Retirement in Taxable? /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/39157450

MtoM #251: Dermatologist Hits $750,000 Net Worth Before Finishing Residency and Finance 101: The Basics of Real Estate Investing 12/01/2025

MtoM #251: Dermatologist Hits $750,000 Net Worth Before Finishing Residency and Finance 101: The Basics of Real Estate Investing Today we are talking to a Dermatology resident who has hit a $750,000 net worth before finishing training. He has been building wealth since high school and is off to an unbelievable start. This kind of saving and wealth growth will allow him to craft the career he wants as well as reduce the risk of burnout. He knows the impact of the time value of money and was able to complete his MD PhD program in only six years. After the interview we will talk about the basics of real estate investing for Finance 101. is the #1 rated physician contract team, reviewing 1000+ physician contracts every year. They empower physicians with location specific compensation data which leads to unparalleled leverage during the physician contract negotiation process. A physician contract lawyer is included and can negotiate on your behalf – alleviating the stress that can go along with reviewing complex legal terms. Flat-rate pricing and flexible schedules are designed for a physician’s schedules. Use code for 10% off! The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Have you achieved a Milestone? You can be on the Milestones to Millionaire Podcast too! Apply here: Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 MtoM Podcast #251 02:34 Dermatologist Hits $750,000 Net Worth Before Finishing Residency 09:08 Advice For Others 14:22 What Jim Dahle Thinks About Real Estate Investing /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/39125080

WCI #447: The Past and Future of WCI 11/27/2025

WCI #447: The Past and Future of WCI In today’s episode, Dr. Dahle takes listeners on a journey through the past and future of the White Coat Investor, sharing how it all began and how it has grown into what it is today. He gives an inside look at the brand-new WCI website, which is more beautiful, modern, and easier to navigate than ever. Jim also opens up about new business ventures, personal reflections, lessons learned, and how he’ll know when it’s time to step back. It’s a rare behind-the-curtain conversation that helps you get to know him and the mission of WCI on a deeper level. Today’s episode is brought to us by , the folks who help you get your money right. Paying off student debt quickly and getting your finances back on track isn't easy, but that’s where SoFi can help — they have exclusive, low rates designed to help medical residents refinance student loans—and that could end up saving you thousands of dollars, helping you get out of student debt sooner. SoFi also offers the ability to lower your payments to just $100 a month* while you’re still in residency. And if you’re already out of residency, SoFi’s got you covered there too. For more information, go to SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions apply. NMLS 696891. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 WCI Podcast #447 03:26 WCI Has a New Website! 05:26 The Past and Future of WCI /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/39101515

MtoM #250: Emergency Physician Wipes Out $500,000 of Student Loans in 3 Years and Finance 101: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) 11/24/2025

MtoM #250: Emergency Physician Wipes Out $500,000 of Student Loans in 3 Years and Finance 101: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Today we are talking with am Emergency Doc who has paid off over $500,000 in student loans in only 3 years! This couple committed to getting rid of these loans as fast as they could and chose to live like residents and pour everything they could into tackling them. He is the doc and she is a physical therapist who is pursuing PSLF to pay off her $185,000 of loans. They are excited to start tackling their next goals like making home improvements and paying off the mortgage. For Finance 101 we are talking about PSLF. This podcast is sponsored by . He is an independent provider of disability insurance planning solutions to the medical community in every state and a long-time white coat investor sponsor. He specializes in working with residents and fellows early in their careers to set up sound financial and insurance strategies. If you need to review your disability insurance coverage or to get this critical insurance in place, contact Bob at today by email or by calling (973) 771-9100. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Have you achieved a Milestone? You can be on the Milestones to Millionaire Podcast too! Apply here: Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 MtoM Podcast #250 01:20 $500k Student Loans Paid Off 09:15 Advice For Others 18:13 Public Service Loan Forgiveness Update /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38929195

WCI #446: Managing Taxes in Retirement with Sean Mullaney 11/20/2025

WCI #446: Managing Taxes in Retirement with Sean Mullaney Today we’re joined by Sean Mullaney, an author and CPA who presented at this year’s Bogleheads conference. We dive into smart ways to manage your taxes in retirement and explore the strategies that can make a meaningful difference over the long run. Sean walks us through when Roth conversions shine, when they don’t, and how tax, retirement, and estate planning all fit together. If you want to feel more prepared for the financial side of retirement, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. The discussion is intended to be for general educational purposes and is not tax, legal, or investment advice for any individual. Dr. Dahle and The White Coat Investor podcast do not endorse Sean Mullaney, Mullaney Financial & Tax, Inc. and their services. Median American wealth statistic source: Today’s episode is brought to us by , the folks who help you get your money right. Paying off student debt quickly and getting your finances back on track isn't easy, but that’s where SoFi can help — they have exclusive, low rates designed to help medical residents refinance student loans—and that could end up saving you thousands of dollars, helping you get out of student debt sooner. SoFi also offers the ability to lower your payments to just $100 a month* while you’re still in residency. And if you’re already out of residency, SoFi’s got you covered there too. For more information, go to SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions apply. NMLS 696891. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 WCI Podcast #446 04:25 Sean Mullaney, CPA Interview 06:00 5 Phases of Retirement 09:40 Early Retirement 16:00 The Golden Years of Retirement 23:38 IRMA 26:51 Taking Social Security 31:33 Qualified Charitable Distributions 37:22 Required Minimum Distributions 42:27 Widow Tax Trap 47:14 RMDs Are Not Bad 50:05 Roth vs. Traditional 55:03 Buy, Borrow, & Die 01:00:06 Tax Planning To and Through Early Retirement /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/39063485

MtoM #249: Emergency Physician Becomes a Multimillionaire by Mid-Career and Finance 101: Real Estate Syndications 11/17/2025

MtoM #249: Emergency Physician Becomes a Multimillionaire by Mid-Career and Finance 101: Real Estate Syndications Today we are talking with an emergency doc who has become a multimillionaire. We love this conversation because he has the most boring and consistent financial story. He didn't build a real estate empire or get lucky with Crypto or some fancy investment. He just has a written financial plan that he has followed consistently. He built wealth the boring old fashioned way, with nothing fancy, but lots of success. He feels strongly about spending on what you are passionate about and being cheap on the things you don't care about. He spends lavishly on travel and even has a language tutor. He currently speaks 4 languages and has been to 45 countries. After the interview we are talking about real estate syndications for Finance 101. is a premier real estate investment firm focused on multifamily properties in both ground up and value add projects in the competitive markets of New York City since early 2000s. With over $300 million in assets under management and over 30 investments since inception, their fully integrated firm model allows Mortar to maximize efficiency and value across their investments in these niche markets. Mortar leverages over two decades of experience in architecture, development and asset management in their projects to build value and minimize risk for investors. Invest in tax efficient, high return, risk adjusted strategies with Mortar Group at The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Have you achieved a Milestone? You can be on the Milestones to Millionaire Podcast too! Apply here: Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 MtoM Podcast #249 04:58 Emergency Doc Becomes a Multimillionaire 09:20 Advice For Others 21:35 Real Estate Syndications /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38772415

WCI #445: Buying Into a Practice, Building Wealth, and Planning Ahead 11/13/2025

WCI #445: Buying Into a Practice, Building Wealth, and Planning Ahead This week, we break down what to know before buying into a practice, rethink what “net worth” really means, explore how to best use an Air National Guard retirement paycheck from 57 to 65, and highlight important basics on Special Needs Trusts. Today’s episode is brought to us by , the folks who help you get your money right. Paying off student debt quickly and getting your finances back on track isn't easy, but that’s where SoFi can help — they have exclusive, low rates designed to help medical residents refinance student loans—and that could end up saving you thousands of dollars, helping you get out of student debt sooner. SoFi also offers the ability to lower your payments to just $100 a month* while you’re still in residency. And if you’re already out of residency, SoFi’s got you covered there too. For more information, go to SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions apply. NMLS 696891. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 WCI Podcast #445 03:28 Buying into a Physician Owned Practice 11:42 What to Include in Net Worth 17:00 How to Think About a Pension 21:36 Managing a Special Needs Trust /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38858820

MtoM #248: Veterinarian Is Able to Cut Back and Finance 101: Cash Balance Plans 11/10/2025

MtoM #248: Veterinarian Is Able to Cut Back and Finance 101: Cash Balance Plans Today we are talking with a Veterinarian who has built enough wealth that he was able to cut back his days in clinic and can now spend more time with his family. He is especially enjoying coaching his kids soccer team. This two vet couple bought and built their own practice and have been highly successful all while living in California. After the interview we will be talking about cash balance plans for Finance 101. This podcast is sponsored by . He is an independent provider of disability insurance planning solutions to the medical community in every state and a long-time white coat investor sponsor. He specializes in working with residents and fellows early in their careers to set up sound financial and insurance strategies. If you need to review your disability insurance coverage or to get this critical insurance in place, contact Bob at today by email or by calling (973) 771-9100. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Have you achieved a Milestone? You can be on the Milestones to Millionaire Podcast too! Apply here: Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 MtoM Podcast #248 02:13 Veterinarian Is Able to Cut Back 17:52 Advice For Others 21:05 Cash Balance Plans /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38759890

WCI #444: Dividends, 457(b)s, Side Gigs, and 401(k) Wisdom 11/06/2025

WCI #444: Dividends, 457(b)s, Side Gigs, and 401(k) Wisdom In today’s episode, we’re tackling a wide range of listener questions. We’ll break down the pros and cons of reinvesting dividends automatically versus manually, explore how to balance the risk of relying on a pension and 457(b) without over saving for retirement, and discuss whether side-gig income warrants forming an LLC or carrying separate insurance. We’ll also address common 1099 pitfalls and wrap up with some timely guidance on 401(k) decisions. Today’s episode is brought to us by , the folks who help you get your money right. Paying off student debt quickly and getting your finances back on track isn't easy, but that’s where SoFi can help — they have exclusive, low rates designed to help medical residents refinance student loans—and that could end up saving you thousands of dollars, helping you get out of student debt sooner. SoFi also offers the ability to lower your payments to just $100 a month* while you’re still in residency. And if you’re already out of residency, SoFi’s got you covered there too. For more information, go to SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions apply. NMLS 696891. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 WCI Podcast #444 03:50 Reinvesting Dividends 08:39 Employer-Held Retirement Accounts 17:54 MEGA Backdoor Roth 22:55 LLC and Insurance for Side Gigs? 30:05 W-2 vs. 1099 /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38830425

MtoM #247: Primary Care Doc Becomes Multimillionaire and Retires Her Husband and Finance 101: Financial Independence 11/03/2025

MtoM #247: Primary Care Doc Becomes Multimillionaire and Retires Her Husband and Finance 101: Financial Independence Today we are talking to a primary care doc who has become a multimillionaire and is now essentially financially independent. Their financial success has allowed her career military spouse to retire. She said she loves her career and despite their financial situation she has no desire to quit working. They live in a high cost of living area and are a great example that if you do the right, boring, consistent thing over time - you will reach your financial goals. After the interview we are talking about financial independence for Finance 101. is a premier real estate credit investment firm specializing in senior-secured, low loan-to-value lending on Class A properties in prime markets across the greater New York metro area. Founded on a family legacy dating back to 1987, Goodman has closed more than $850 million+ across 95+ loans with a track record of zero principal loss. Their flagship private mortgage REIT, Liquid Credit Strategy Fund I, delivered a steady 9% net dividend yield since inception at a very conservative sub-50% LTV. Invest in tax-efficient, high-yield, risk-adjusted debt investment strategies with Goodman Capital at The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Have you achieved a Milestone? You can be on the Milestones to Millionaire Podcast too! Apply here: Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 MtoM Podcast #247 02:18 Primary Care Doc Becomes Multimillionaire and Retires Her Husband 11:56 Advice For Others 18:17 Financial Independence /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38745005

WCI #443: From TSP to Solo 401(k): Real-Life Retirement Planning Questions Answered 10/30/2025

WCI #443: From TSP to Solo 401(k): Real-Life Retirement Planning Questions Answered In this episode, we tackle some of the most common, and most confusing, retirement planning questions physicians and high-income professionals face. We dig into the pros and cons of Traditional vs Roth contributions, how TSP and deferred compensation plans really work, and what to know about 401(k) match true-ups. We also walk through real-life scenarios like merging finances when a spouse has no income but owns an IRA, and how to maximize annual contributions to a solo 401(k). Today’s episode is brought to us by , the folks who help you get your money right. Paying off student debt quickly and getting your finances back on track isn't easy, but that’s where SoFi can help — they have exclusive, low rates designed to help medical residents refinance student loans—and that could end up saving you thousands of dollars, helping you get out of student debt sooner. SoFi also offers the ability to lower your payments to just $100 a month* while you’re still in residency. And if you’re already out of residency, SoFi’s got you covered there too. For more information, go to SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions apply. NMLS 696891. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 WCI Podcast #443 01:30 What to Do with Your TSP 07:44 Comparing Marginal vs. Effective Tax Rates 13:00 Deferred Compensation Distributions 19:37 Remaining Balance Issue w/ ETFs 24:19 401(k) True-Ups 28:40 What to Do with a Traditional IRA 32:27 Solo 401(k) Contributions /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38728085

MtoM #246: Neonatologist's Hobby Turns into Lucrative Side Gig and Alternative Investment and Finance 101: Alternative Investments 10/27/2025

MtoM #246: Neonatologist's Hobby Turns into Lucrative Side Gig and Alternative Investment and Finance 101: Alternative Investments We have a Milestone on the podcast today that we have never heard before. We are chatting with a Neonatologist who has become financially stable enough to start investing in comic books. He has acquired a $500,000 collection. He said he was on his way to FIRE and realized he really enjoys his job and wanted to spend more along the way. So he went back to his highschool passion of collecting comic books. The cool thing is that this hobby has become lucrative as an alternative investment. He has made six figures in buying and trading comic books. It just goes to show that there is real joy in spending and enjoying your money alongside saving for retirement. After the interview we are talking about alternative investments for Finance 101. This podcast is sponsored by . He is an independent provider of disability insurance planning solutions to the medical community in every state and a long-time white coat investor sponsor. He specializes in working with residents and fellows early in their careers to set up sound financial and insurance strategies. If you need to review your disability insurance coverage or to get this critical insurance in place, contact Bob at today by email or by calling (973) 771-9100. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Have you achieved a Milestone? You can be on the Milestones to Millionaire Podcast too! Apply here: Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 MtoM Podcast #246 02:08 $500k Comic Book Collection 13:27 Advice For Others 15:32 Alternative Investments /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38591685

WCI #442: Questions About Taxes 10/23/2025

WCI #442: Questions About Taxes Today we are answering a handful of tax questions. We start out talking about how to help your kids do their taxes and how to educate them along the way. We also discuss how much they can put into a Roth IRA. We talk about mitigating capital gains taxes when selling stocks and also discuss how to simplify your portfolio when moving away from individual stocks and into index funds. We also answer a question about how to decide between an LLC and a Sole Proprietorship for your business and what the impact of that choice may have on your taxes. Article from Mike Piper on Contribution Limits: Today’s episode is brought to us by , the folks who help you get your money right. Paying off student debt quickly and getting your finances back on track isn't easy, but that’s where SoFi can help — they have exclusive, low rates designed to help medical residents refinance student loans—and that could end up saving you thousands of dollars, helping you get out of student debt sooner. SoFi also offers the ability to lower your payments to just $100 a month* while you’re still in residency. And if you’re already out of residency, SoFi’s got you covered there too. For more information, go to SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions apply. NMLS 696891. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 WCI Podcast #442 08:50 Exchange/Swap Funds 19:15 LLC vs. Sole Proprietor 26:08 Invest vs. Partnership Buy-In 33:30 White Coat Financial Planning 43:40 Revenue Credits 46:04 Undoing Direct Indexing /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38647705

MtoM #245: Physician Aids Her Parents in Buying a Car with Cash for the First Time and Finance 101: Helping Your Parents with Their Finances 10/20/2025

MtoM #245: Physician Aids Her Parents in Buying a Car with Cash for the First Time and Finance 101: Helping Your Parents with Their Finances Today we are chatting with a physician who helped her parents pay cash for their car for the first time in their lives. She was vulnerable with us and shared that her parents don't have great financial habits and are going to need a lot of financial help from her. She has begun to educate them around how to be wise with their money and paying cash for the car was a big step for them. She knows that her parents want to be independent and she sees helping them learn what she has learned about money is a kindness to them that will allow them to be independent longer. After the interview we will talk a bit more about financially helping your parents for Finance 101. This podcast is sponsored by . He is an independent provider of disability insurance planning solutions to the medical community in every state and a long-time white coat investor sponsor. He specializes in working with residents and fellows early in their careers to set up sound financial and insurance strategies. If you need to review your disability insurance coverage or to get this critical insurance in place, contact Bob at today by email or by calling (973) 771-9100. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Have you achieved a Milestone? You can be on the Milestones to Millionaire Podcast too! Apply here: Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 MtoM Podcast #245 02:04 Physician Aids Her Parents in Buying a Car with Cash 16:17 Helping Your Parents with Their Finances /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38358935

WCI #441: The 4% Rule and Saving for an Early Retirement 10/16/2025

WCI #441: The 4% Rule and Saving for an Early Retirement We are answering a variety of your questions today. We start out talking about methods to save up for an early retirement. We answer a question from a listener who received an inheritance from a Canadian relative and they want to know if they should leave the money in Canada or bring it to the US. This question dives into political considerations. We then talk about the 4% rule and answer a questions about capital preservation. Today’s episode is brought to us by , the folks who help you get your money right. Paying off student debt quickly and getting your finances back on track isn't easy, but that’s where SoFi can help — they have exclusive, low rates designed to help medical residents refinance student loans—and that could end up saving you thousands of dollars, helping you get out of student debt sooner. SoFi also offers the ability to lower your payments to just $100 a month* while you’re still in residency. And if you’re already out of residency, SoFi’s got you covered there too. For more information, go to SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions apply. NMLS 696891. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 WCI Podcast #441 07:04 Saving for Early Retirement 13:30 Moving Money from Canada to the US 20:07 The Real Estate Market Today 28:50 Implementing the 4% Rule 38:54 Cutting Back at Work /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38499560

MtoM #244: A One-Doctor Couple Pays Off Student Loans in 6 Months and Finance 101: Understanding Health Insurance 10/13/2025

MtoM #244: A One-Doctor Couple Pays Off Student Loans in 6 Months and Finance 101: Understanding Health Insurance Today we are chatting with a one doctor couple who paid off $205,000 in only six months! They took advantage of the payment pause during covid. During this time she got her practice started and once the pause lifted and her practice took off they went after the loans with a vengeance. They met with Andrew at StudentLoanAdvice.com to make sure they had a good plan. Then they poured all their extra money into the loans and got rid of them in record time. Now they are excited to start growing their wealth. After the interview we are talking about health insurance for Finance 101. This podcast is sponsored by . He is an independent provider of disability insurance planning solutions to the medical community in every state and a long-time white coat investor sponsor. He specializes in working with residents and fellows early in their careers to set up sound financial and insurance strategies. If you need to review your disability insurance coverage or to get this critical insurance in place, contact Bob at today by email or by calling (973) 771-9100. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Have you achieved a Milestone? You can be on the Milestones to Millionaire Podcast too! Apply here: Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 MtoM Podcast #244 02:26 Paid Off Student Loans in 6 Months 14:00 Advice For Others 17:20 Understanding Health Insurance /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38423745

WCI #440: Building a Balanced Portfolio with Asset Location and Allocation 10/09/2025

WCI #440: Building a Balanced Portfolio with Asset Location and Allocation Today we are talking about building a balanced portfolio and get into two different questions about asset location. We discuss TIPs and when and if you should use them. We get into portfolio allocation and discuss if it is too risky to have a 100% stock portfolio. We walk you through how to buy ETFs and end with a discussion around investing in films. is committed to helping residents and physicians take control of their finances. That’s why we’ve designed a personal loan for doctors, with special repayment terms during training. Get help consolidating high-interest credit card debt or fund the unexpected with one low monthly payment. Check your rates in minutes to see if you qualify for a lower rate, plus, White Coat Readers also get an additional rate discount when they apply through For terms and conditions, please visit Disclosures: Laurel Road is a brand of KeyBank N.A. All products are offered by KeyBank N.A. Member FDIC. ©2025 KeyCorp® All Rights Reserved. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 WCI Podcast #440 03:30 Asset Location Priorities 27:12 Reasonable Asset Allocations 37:54 How to Buy ETFs 45:47 Investing in Films /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38429680

MtoM #243: Locums Psychiatrist Crushes Student Loans in 4 Years and Finance 101: How Dental Insurance Works 10/06/2025

MtoM #243: Locums Psychiatrist Crushes Student Loans in 4 Years and Finance 101: How Dental Insurance Works Today we are talking with a full time locums doc who has paid off his student loans. He is a child and adolescent psychiatrist and tackled about $400,000 in only 4 years. He refinanced a couple of times and he said it is debatable if that was the right choice, but at the end of the day he just made big payments and poured in everything he could until the loans were done. He said as a locums doc his income is fairly variable so he always has a big chunk of cash available for taxes and expenses and he used that money to wipe out the last of his loans. Despite putting so much towards his loans he has also saved more than half a million dollars and also bought a new car with cash. He also provided a lot of great information about being a locums doc. After the interview we are talking about how dental insurance works for Finance 101. Step away from the volatility of the markets, and put your money back to work with series of private real estate investment funds. With over 35 years in the real estate industry, MLG Capital has the experience to provide investors with substantial returns and the track record to back it up, more than doubling every dollar invested through multiple investment cycles. Their series of private investment funds target an eleven to fifteen percent rate of return net to investors through tax-efficient quarterly distributions. The fund structure prioritizes generous returns to investors FIRST, before MLG can share in any profits, demonstrating their culture of absolute integrity. Experience the peace of mind that comes with investing in diversified private real estate with MLG Capital. Learn more about investing by visiting The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Have you achieved a Milestone? You can be on the Milestones to Millionaire Podcast too! Apply here: Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 MtoM Podcast #243 02:45 Locums Psychiatrist Crushes Student Loans in 4 Years 25:42 How Dental Insurance Works /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38342520

WCI #439: Where to Bank and How to Save for Big Purchases 10/02/2025

WCI #439: Where to Bank and How to Save for Big Purchases Today we are answering a variety of listener questions. We start out talking about if it is important to have a bank with a branch where you live. If you live in a smaller town should you move from a national or online bank to a smaller local bank or credit union? We then talk about how to save up for big purchases. If you have a big cost coming up like buying a house or a boat where should that money sit while you save up? We then spend some time talking about what to do with your retirement accounts when you move states. We answer a question about diversifying out of Apple stock, then discuss the challenges around what to do when your parents should no longer drive their car. Finally we discuss if you should try to get PSLF. Today’s episode is brought to us by SoFi, the folks who help you get your money right. Paying off student debt quickly and getting your finances back on track isn't easy, but that’s where SoFi can help — they have exclusive, low rates designed to help medical residents refinance student loans—and that could end up saving you thousands of dollars, helping you get out of student debt sooner. SoFi also offers the ability to lower your payments to just $100 a month* while you’re still in residency. And if you’re already out of residency, SoFi’s got you covered there too. For more information, go to https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/Sofi SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions apply. NMLS 696891. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: https://studentloanadvice.com Join the community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor Join the community on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor Join the community on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor Join the community on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor Learn faster with our Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 WCI Podcast #439 02:01 Where Should You Bank? 11:03 Best Place to Keep Cash 17:07 Switching Jobs & Moving 26:22 Capital Gains in a UTMA 31:00 When to Give Up Driver's License 34:00 PSLF vs. Paying Off Student Loans /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38182410

MtoM #242: Solo Family Practitioner Reaches Financial Independence and Finance 101: Financial Independence 09/29/2025

MtoM #242: Solo Family Practitioner Reaches Financial Independence and Finance 101: Financial Independence Today we are talking with a family doc who has reached financial independence. This doc has followed a path that not too many follow anymore. He is a solo practice doctor and feels like his decision to own his own practice made all the difference in both his lifestyle and his finances. He took a risk to not only open his own practice but also to build and own the building he practices in. Impressively, he is completely debt free and can now just watch his wealth grow. After the interview we will be talking more about financial independence for Finance 101. More info on Value Based Care: This podcast is sponsored by . He is an independent provider of disability insurance planning solutions to the medical community in every state and a long-time white coat investor sponsor. He specializes in working with residents and fellows early in their careers to set up sound financial and insurance strategies. If you need to review your disability insurance coverage or to get this critical insurance in place, contact Bob at today by email m or by calling (973) 771-9100. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and other high-income professionals with their money since 2011. Our free personal finance resource covers an array of topics including how to use your retirement accounts, getting a doctor mortgage loan, how to manage your student loans, buying physician disability and malpractice insurance, asset allocation & asset location, how to invest in real estate, and so much more. We will help you learn how to manage your finances like a pro so you can stop worrying about money and start living your best life. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Have you achieved a Milestone? You can be on the Milestones to Millionaire Podcast too! Apply here: Find 1000's of written articles on the blog: Our YouTube channel if you prefer watching videos to learn: Student Loan Advice for all your student loan needs: Join the community on Facebook: Join the community on Twitter: Join the community on Instagram: Join the community on Reddit: Learn faster with our Online Courses: Sign up for our Newsletter here: 00:00 MtoM Podcast #242 03:00 Solo Family Practitioner Reaches Financial Independence 16:06 Advice For Others 22:41 Financial Independence /episode/index/show/whitecoatinvestor/id/38285330

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