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/
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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WCI #438: The Resident Episode
09/25/2025
WCI #438: The Resident Episode
Today we are answering questions from our residents in the audience. We discuss saving vs investing, buying houses, physician loans, and Roth IRAs. Then we interview a recent graduate about to start his first job as an attending, and he walks us through his financial life to this point. If you want to learn how to do it right, you'll want to take notes. 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 #438 02:14 Invest vs. Pay Down Debt 10:14 Mortgage as a New Resident 14:06 Roth IRA as a Resident 16:24 Interview with a Resident
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MtoM #241: Plastic Surgeon Receives PSLF and Becomes a Millionaire and Finance 101: PSLF
09/22/2025
MtoM #241: Plastic Surgeon Receives PSLF and Becomes a Millionaire and Finance 101: PSLF
Today we are talking with an academic plastic surgeon who is celebrating getting both PSLF and becoming a millionaire. He is just starting his 5th year of practice. He and his wife are both committed to financial literacy. They have a 30% savings rate and have no consumer debt. This doc shared that he didn't have great examples growing up of how to be wise with your money and said he had to unlearn some bad habits in addition to learning how to invest and grow wealth. After the interview we are talking about PSLF 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 #241 03:19 Plastic Surgeon Receives PSLF and Becomes a Millionaire 16:14 Advice For Others 18:40 Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
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WCI #437: Getting Your Work Benefits Right
09/18/2025
WCI #437: Getting Your Work Benefits Right
Today we are answering a variety of questions including how to understand and select employee stock ownership plans. We talk about things to think about when signing up for benefits at work including selecting disability insurance and the tax implications of that. We answer a question about a specific type of insurance called an SPDA. We end the episode with a question about private real estate funds and a discussion from our friends at DLP Capital. 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 #437 04:00 Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP) 09:24 How to Tax Disability Benefits 12:52 Single Premium Deferred Annuities 19:55 Don Wenner Interview 31:50 What to Do with Cash
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MtoM #240: Pulmonologist Pays Off Student Loans in Less Than 5 Years and Finance 101: Paying for School
09/15/2025
MtoM #240: Pulmonologist Pays Off Student Loans in Less Than 5 Years and Finance 101: Paying for School
Today we talk to a Pulmonologist who paid off nearly $300,000 of loans in less than 5 years. He shares that he initially operated under the ignorance is bliss mindset and opted to avoid worrying about his loans at all. Once he had a bit of a financial awakening, got married and started a family he realized he needed to get after the loans and take control of his financial life. He then made a goal to pay off his loans by age 40 and happened to accomplish that goal early. He shows that all it takes is a plan, and even if you get started a little late you can always become financially successful. Not only has he paid off his loans but he has also become a millionaire. His next goal is to reach financial independence by his mid 50s. After the interview we talk about how to pay for school for Finance 101. takes owning rental property to the next level with their innovative 2.0 approach, focusing solely on turnkey new construction investment properties. Single family homes, duplexes and quads in high growth markets of Florida. They handle every aspect of the process with expertise and efficiency. Including financing, insurance, and property management. To learn more about build-to-rent, visit or call 904-831-8058! 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 #240 02:28 Pulmonologist Pays Off Student Loans 15:14 Advice for Others 21:24 Paying for Your Kids' School
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WCI #436: Retirement and Decumulation
09/11/2025
WCI #436: Retirement and Decumulation
This episode is all about retirement. We answer a handful of your questions from email, the Speakpipe and the forum. We talk about decumulation and how to start withdrawing from your investments. We talk about when and if you should increase your bond allocation as you are nearing or entering retirement. We talk about gift taxes, generational wealth and the best way to pass wealth to future generations. 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 Laurel Road is a brand of KeyBank N.A. Member FDIC. 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 #436 02:20 Spending in Retirement (Decumulation) 19:53 Changing Asset Allocation in Retirement 25:49 Calculating How Much Is “Enough” 31:49 Gifting a House Before Death 36:45 What to Spend First in Retirement
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MtoM #239: A Professor and a Dentist Become Multimillionaires and Finance 101: Financial Waterfalls
09/08/2025
MtoM #239: A Professor and a Dentist Become Multimillionaires and Finance 101: Financial Waterfalls
Today we are chatting with a professor who has become a multimillionaire. His wife is a dentist who owns a private practice. They are both about 10 years out of training. They are debt averse and excel at tackling their goals. He said they have worked hard to pay off their mortgage, saved to build wealth, and they have also started their real estate journey by purchasing their first rental property. One of their big secrets to success is having a monthly date night where they go over and discuss their finances. This keeps them focused on their goals and helps them ensure they are doing everything they can to meet those goals. For Finance 101 we are talking about financial waterfalls. 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 #239 02:00 Multimillionaire Status 09:50 Advice For Others 13:50 Financial Waterfalls
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WCI #435: Becoming a Millionaire by Reducing Your Taxes
09/04/2025
WCI #435: Becoming a Millionaire by Reducing Your Taxes
Today we are answering your tax questions and hopefully helping you learn how to hang on to more of your money by reducing your taxes where you can. We answer a few questions about capital gains taxes and Dr. Dahle explains how to limit those taxes but also reminds you, life is going well if this is something you are having to navigate. We answer a question about social security taxes, one about using tax losses in retirement and how to be tax efficient during your training years. 2025 is coming to a close, making now the perfect time to tighten your tax plan so you don’t overpay the IRS when 2026 tax season arrives. , the White Coat Investor-recommended firm trusted by physicians nationwide, uses court-tested, IRS-approved strategies to reduce personal and business taxes. Over the past 10 years, Cerebral clients have seen an average of 453.53% return on investment in their tax planning services. Founder and Lead Tax Strategist Alexis Gallati, author of 'Advanced Tax Planning for Medical Professionals', comes from a family of physicians and has over 20 years of experience in high-level tax planning strategies. To schedule a free consultation, visit . 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 #435 04:38 401(a) Taxes & Rollovers 11:20 Using Tax Losses in Retirement 19:35 Optimizing Finances as a Student 24:17 Diversification & Asset Location 29:40 Reducing Capital Gains Taxes 38:50 Restricted Stock Units (RSU)
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MtoM #238: Hand Surgeon Becomes Multimillionaire and Finance 101: Annuities
09/01/2025
MtoM #238: Hand Surgeon Becomes Multimillionaire and Finance 101: Annuities
Today we are talking with a hand surgeon later in his career who has become a multimillionaire. This inspiring doc shared his successes as well as his mistakes on his journey to becoming financially secure. He is a great example of not having to do it perfectly the second you get out of training. Slow and steady learning, growth and savings will pay off in the long run. He feels strongly about the importance of paying yourself first and giving generously. After the interview we are talking about annuities for Finance 101. Since April 2021, more than 650 physicians in the White Coat community have invested over $300 million with , a 12-time Inc. 5000 honoree that offers four private real estate investment funds—one of my favorite ways to invest in real estate. If you’re eager to achieve success as a private real estate investor, DLP’s impact-focused sponsored funds offer the potential to earn double-digit returns while making an impact on America’s affordable housing crisis. Interested in learning more? Head to today. 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 #238 05:24 Hand Surgeon Becomes Multimillionaire 14:20 Advice For Others 17:31 The Truth About Annuities
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WCI #434: Fixing Your Life, Burnout, and Money Problems by Identifying Your Core Values with Robert Glazer
08/28/2025
WCI #434: Fixing Your Life, Burnout, and Money Problems by Identifying Your Core Values with Robert Glazer
Today we are talking with Robert Glazer. He is an entrepreneur, best-selling author, and will be a keynote speaker at WCICON26. We tackle topics like how to fix your life, and how to avoid burnout and money problems. The key to all of this is identifying your core values and living by them. We think you will find this conversation inspirational and motivational. 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 #434 03:58 Robert Glazer Interview 08:40 How to Think About Core Values 25:01 How Core Values Affect Burnout
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MtoM #237: Plastic Surgeon Hits Mid Career Milestones and Finance 101: The Debt Dilemma for Dentists
08/25/2025
MtoM #237: Plastic Surgeon Hits Mid Career Milestones and Finance 101: The Debt Dilemma for Dentists
Our guest today is a plastic surgeon in the middle of his career. He is celebrating his financial security that has allowed him to take time to write a book. He spent the earlier part of his career saving, paying off his mortgage, and pouring money into his childrens 529 accounts. Education is hugely important to this doc and he wants to be sure his children have the opportunity to pursue any education at any institution they desire. Once those goals were met he wanted to create something inspiring and he wrote a book that he hopes will help both patients and doctors. After the interview will we will be talking about the debt dilemma for dentists. 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 #237 01:54 Mid Career Milestones 16:45 Advice For Others 18:42 The Debt Dilemma for Dentists
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WCI #433: Investing Questions
08/21/2025
WCI #433: Investing Questions
This episode is all about answering your investing questions. We start out by breaking down the financial details of a stock quote then discuss some good ways to track returns in your portfolio. We answer a question about investing in bonds for the first time, then discuss if it is worth investing in gold. We answer a questions about investing in private equity, then tackle tax loss harvesting and some changes at Vanguard regarding spec ID. 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 #433 02:00 The Price of a Stock 14:02 Tracking Portfolio Returns 20:37 Adding Bonds to Your Portfolio 31:28 Gold as a “Safe” Investment 40:24 Investing in Private Equity 50:11 Vanguard "Spec ID" Letter 53:52 Is Tax Loss Harvesting "Selling Low"?
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MtoM #236: Physician Takes a Youth Sports Team to the State Championship and Finance 101: Sequence of Returns Risk
08/18/2025
MtoM #236: Physician Takes a Youth Sports Team to the State Championship and Finance 101: Sequence of Returns Risk
Today we are talking with a doc who is celebrating the youth hockey team he coaches winning a state championship. He tackled his financial goals early and has reached coast FIRE. That financial security has allowed him to change his work schedule to make enough time for family and coaching. He is a great example of the power of getting your finances in line and how that allows you to create the life you want! After the interview we will be talking about sequence of returns risk (SORR) 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 #236 06:34 Coast FIRE & Hockey Dad 15:12 Advice For Others 20:16 Sequence of Returns Risk
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WCI #432: 529s and Spending for College
08/14/2025
WCI #432: 529s and Spending for College
Today we are talking about 529 accounts and how to invest them as well as how to spend them down. There are a lot of ways to help fund your children's education. Most families use a combination of 529 accounts, loans, other savings and cash flow. If you have access to a 529 account it is generally recommended to spend that down before moving to other forms of funding. In addition to discussing ways to help pay for college we answer a question about when, or if the political climate should ever cause you to change your financial plan. Brought to you by . Laurel Road 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 rate in minutes, plus, White Coat Readers also get an additional rate discount when they apply through . For terms and conditions, please visit . Laurel Road is a brand of KeyBank N.A. Member FDIC. 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 #432 02:44 How to Spend Well on College 14:18 529s Beneficiaries & Gift Taxes 19:17 Student Loan Options 25:55 Promoting Financial Literacy 32:32 WCI's Political Stance 33:48 Politics & Your Investing Plan
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