White Coat Investor Podcast

There has been a lot of concern around student loans and what impact the new legislation will have. Today we bring on Andrew Paulson of https://StudentLoanAdvice.com to explain what he knows so far about what to expect from the changes. Dr. Dahle walks through different elements of the bill. We answer a question about if medical school is still worth the investment with the cost of education being so high. We then discuss navigating finances when you are first married, including if a pre- or post-nup is a good idea. 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. An

Today we are taking with a newly graduated med student who made it through school debt free. She worked four different jobs and ended up joining the National Guard to help cover costs. She worked hard to save up enough to pay cash for her first year of school before joining the military to cover the last 3 years. After the interview we are talking about the pennies issue with the backdoor Roth IRA. This podcast is sponsored by Bob Bhayani at Protuity. 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 https://whitecoatinvestor.com/protuity today, by email info@protuity.com or by calling (973) 771-9100. The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors, dentists, and

Today we are answering your questions about estate planning and passing on of wealth to future generations. We talk about the value of giving your kids their inheritance earlier in life when they need it most. We discuss if buying variable annuities as a way to pass wealth to your children or grandchildren is a good idea, as well as what to do when you receive an annuity as inheritance. We discuss the importance of getting a solid estate plan in place, especially when there are complicated situations involving multiple properties being kept in the family and passed down to future generations. We also get to hear from our friends at Wellings Capital and then answer a question about private real estate debt funds. 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

This dual doc couple has a very impressive milestone today. They have saved $100,000 towards retirement during residency. They wanted to give themselves more compounding interest time and not wait until they were attendings. This doc also shared about their student loan journey. They met with Andrew at StudentLoanAdvice.com and got a plan in place early. They decided that they did not want to go for PSLF so before they started residency they refinanced their loans. They took a risk to refinance when their loans were at 0% but they locked in sub 3% and are now feeling very good about their decision. Then, for Finance 101 we are talking about plan documents for employer provided retirement accounts. Many investors know about the historic returns, tax advantages, and wealth-building opportunities of commercial real estate investing, but they’re confused about where to start or who to trust. Wellings Capital has created a diversified fund that offers investors an easy on-ramp to access carefully vetted commercial

Today we are talking with Ben Glass, an attorney on our recommended list who helps docs make successful disability claims. Ben talks about what makes for a strong claim, when you might need to get an attorney involved, what mistakes he has seen docs make in the claims process and what he wishes docs knew if they think they might be facing a disability event. Disability Insurance is so important and we hope this episode helps you understand why. 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 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 https://LaurelRoad.com/WCI. For terms and conditions, please visit https://LaurelRoad.com/WCI Laurel Road is a brand o

Today we are chatting with a radiologist who has hit financial independence just six years out of training. This doc has taken a unique path from being a radiologist with a pain medicine specialty to his methods of making his millions. He is highly invested in crypto, individual stocks, and real estate. He and his wife also moved to Puerto Rico to save money and cut taxes. He has taken on a lot of risk and it has paid off. His next goal is opening a teleradiology business. After the interview we will talk about the three pathways to wealth for Finance 101. This podcast is sponsored by Bob Bhayani at Protuity. 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 https

Today we are answering a questions about HSAs. We spend time really getting into the details of what an HSA is, who might want to use it when, contribution limits, and what the pros and cons of using an HSA are. We also answer a question about the thrift savings plan and what to do with your retirement accounts when transitioning into active duty in the military. 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 Loa

Today we are talking to a pulmonary and critical care doc who is returning to the podcast for a second interview. He has achieved several milestones including paying off his student loans and becoming a millionaire. This doc also had a big health scare that landed him in the ICU for a week with a 6 week recovery after he got out of the hospital. He shares how grateful he was to have his financial life in order so he could focus on recovery. He expresses deep gratitude to everyone who took care of him and helped him get healthy again. After the interview we are talking about how to know where you stand financially for Finance 101. Are you using multifamily to build long-term wealth? If not, I strongly encourage you to take a look at 37th Parallel Properties. They are multifamily specialists with a 100% profitable track record across over $1 billion in transaction volume since 2008. Investing with them is like partnering with a highly tax-advantaged family office, building an income-producing long-term wealth d

Today we are sharing one of our fan favorite sessions from WCICON25. Several of our White Coat Investor Columnists joined Dr. Dahle on stage for a discussion about spending extravagantly. They shared what intentional spending looks like and how their view of extravagant spending has changed over their career. They also answer audience questions live. We hope you enjoy this peek into WCICON with Dr. Tyler Scott, Dr. Julie Alonso, Dr. Adam Safdi, Dr. Genhee So, and Josh Katzowitz. If you want to join us this year in Las Vegas for WCICON you can snag your ticket at www.wcievents.com. 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

Today we are talking with Wendel Topper, our audio visual guru here at the White Coat Investor. He is sharing his story of his financial awakening and slowly learning through osmosis after he started working for WCI. In just five years he and his wife have paid off their mortgage, reached a $500,000 net worth, bought a car with cash and so much more. He shows us that even on a moderate income you can crush your financial goals. After the interview we will be talking about mutual funds for Finance 101. This podcast is sponsored by Bob Bhayani at Protuity. 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 https://whitecoatinvestor.com/protuity today, by email info@p

Today we are tackling a variety of topics starting off with a few questions regarding Public Service Loan Forgiveness. We talk about looking for disability insurance as a resident and then answer a few questions about bonds. We wrap up with a question about calculating how much money you need for retirement. 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. Additi

Today we are talking to an orthopedic surgeon who has reached a net worth of $2 million. He read the White Coat Investor book in residency and decided he wanted to be a millionaire by 40. He has done that and more. Not only has he worked hard to save and invest but has jumped into several side hustles to grow his wealth, including creating a real estate empire of his own. After the interview we will be talking about leverage for Finance 101. Southern Impression Homes 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 https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/southernimpressionhomes, or call 904-831-8058! The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011.

Today we are back to our most asked about topic: Roth. We answer a question about rollovers, then we talk about Mega Backdoor Roth and then the regular backdoor Roth and the pro rata rule. We then switch gears and talk about high yield dividend funds and answer a question about asset allocation and asset location. We end the episode talking about what to do if you are averse to the S&P500 including Coinbase. Laurel Road is committed to serving the unique financial needs of residents and doctors. We want to help make your money work harder and smarter. If credit card debt is weighing you down and you’re struggling with monthly payments, a personal loan designed for residents with special repayment terms during training may be exactly what you need to consolidate your debt. 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 https://LaurelRoad.com/WCI. For terms and conditions, please visit https://www.Laur

Today we are talking with a family doc and a physical therapist who have paid off all of their student loans just a few years out of training. Their secret to success was creating a financial plan and sticking to it. They lived like residents and put everything they could to loans. They are both extremely debt averse and just wanted to pay their loans off quickly even if they could have gotten forgiveness over time. Their advice to you is to really negotiate your contract, financially educate yourself and have a plan. After the interview we are talking about debt vs investing for Finance 101. This podcast is sponsored by Bob Bhayani at Protuity. 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 ins

Today we are answering questions about finances and family members. We talk about when it is the right time to kick your kids of your car insurance, what to do when you are supporting your parents financially, how the gift tax works when your parents are giving you an early inheritance, what to do when you have a wildly overfunded 529 and lots of other questions that have to do with parents, children and relationships when money gets involved. We’re halfway through the year, and while vacation mode is great, it’s also the perfect time to review your tax strategy. Cerebral Wealth Academy has opened enrollment for “The Doctor’s 4-Week Guide to Smart Tax Planning”, available through June 30. As the spouse of a physician and founder of Cerebral Tax Advisors, Alexis Gallati created a course designed for medical professionals with a side gig, locum tenens, or private practice. It includes 22 video lessons covering business entity setup, maximizing deductions, retirement planning, advanced tax strategies, and monthl

Today we are talking with a highly motivated couple that has reached financial independence in their mid thirties. They did all of this in less than 10 years since training. She is a dentist and he is in business and they leveraged their knowledge to build a thriving dental practice. They save upwards of 80 - 90% of their income and have known since they finished training that they wanted to get to FIRE. They love the freedom and the choice that is now available to them. After this inspiring interview we will be talking about FIRE. Trusted by more than 3,500 accredited investors in all 50 states as of March 31st 2025, DLP Capital’s strategic focus on attainable workforce housing in fast-growing Sunbelt markets gives you the potential to earn consistent monthly income, diversify away from stocks and bonds, and generate double-digit returns. DLP’s current offerings include both private credit and equity strategies, making it easy to find the right fit for your risk tolerance and investment goals. And don’t forg

Today we are talking with our friend, Dr. Cory Fawcett. Dr. Fawcett is an author many times over and has another great book newly published called A Doctor's Guide to Finding Joy in Your Work. We know how prevalent burnout can be and Dr. Fawcett has some great advice for how to not only avoid burnout but to find real joy in what you do. He practices what he preaches and we hope this conversation inspires you and gives you some practical advice you can bring into your life and your practice. 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

Today we are talking with a CRNA who has reached a net worth of a half million dollars. She has followed the White Coat way and lived frugally and saved a healthy portion of her income and has watched her wealth grow over time. She has a supportive partner who has always been on the same page. After the interview we will be talking about investing cash for Finance 101. Doc2Doc is a lending solution built by doctors, for doctors, offering tailored financial products to support every stage of a physician’s career. Whether you’re a fourth-year medical student preparing for residency, transitioning into practice, or an experienced physician, Doc2Doc provides loans to cover relocation, consolidate debt, or tackle unexpected expenses. With a quick online application, no prepayment penalties, and millions of dollars already funded to White Coat Investor members, we make financing simple and stress-free. Empowering doctors with the funds they need for both work and play, Doc2Doc is here to support your journey from t

Today we are answering some of your real estate questions starting with how to know if a deal is too good to be true and as well as the importance of doing thorough due diligence before investing in any real estate deal. We talk about all in one loans for mortgages and then answer some questions about variable universal life insurance and annuities. We also hear from our friends at Black Swan Real Estate. 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.w

Today we are talking with an ER doc who is celebrating getting his financial life in order. He shares his journey of hiring a trustworthy financial advisor and realizing how much he didn't know. He had a general understanding of what he should be doing to build wealth but found he was grateful to have someone help set him up for success. He added that it was exciting to realize how simple it can be to grow your wealth once he had the proper education. He is now on his way to being work optional by 50. For finance 101 we are talking about Donor Advised Funds. This podcast is sponsored by Bob Bhayani at Protuity. 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 htt