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To HSA or Not to HSA? It’s a Complicated Question
Every year, millions face one of the most challenging math questions in personal finance. How do you figure out whether to take an HSA? The post To H…
Join the White Coat Investors in Sunny Las Vegas!
WCICON26 registration is officially open! And if you sign up now, you can get early-bird pricing that will take $300 off the in-person price. The pos…
When Is It OK to Start Enjoying Your Money?
You might not want to live like a resident once you're an attending, but here's why delaying your gratification can be so powerful for a doc. The pos…
Why Mandatory Retirement Plans Can Help You Save a Ton More Money
Learn how mandatory 403(b) contributions can significantly increase your retirement savings potential while maximizing tax-deferred space in 2025. Th…
13 Things You Can Pay for with Pre-Tax Dollars
Pre-tax dollars can go further than regular dollars these days, especially if you're in a high tax bracket. Here's how to take advantage. The post 13…
Fixing Your Life, Burnout, and Money Problems by Identifying Your Core Values with Robert Glazer
An interview with best-selling author/entrepreneur Robert Glazer, where we tackle topics about how to fix your life, how to avoid burnout, and how to…
Partner-Centered Personal Finance
I would save time and effort for myself and my partner if I consistently practice partner-centered personal finance. Here's what I mean. The post Par…
How to Survive Residency as a Single Earner with Kids
Having children comes with biological and financial consequences. It's hard to afford a family while in school, training, and early career. The post …
The Frustration of Being Disabled
This is the first post I wrote since falling off the north face of the Grand Teton in August 2024. I'm definitely not feeling like myself. The post …
My Internal Struggle for Outsourcing the Chores I Hate (or Can’t Do)
My parents always had time for everything. I never have time for anything. How do I wrap my head around being OK with outsourcing my chores? The post…
The Dividend Irrelevance Theory
Too many novice investors are not familiar with the dividend irrelevance theory. But it's important to know about, so let's talk about it. The post T…
Parenting, Priorities, and a Life Well Spent as My Child Graduated High School
My first child just graduated from high school. Here's what this transition has taught me about myself, my priorities, and the last 18 years. The pos…
Investing Questions
Answering reader questions about the financial details of a stock quote, investing in bonds for the first time, investing in private equity, and chan…
Hiring a Nanny? Here’s What You Need to Know About the ‘Nanny Tax’
Let's break down the nanny tax, your responsibilities, and how to comply with IRS rules for paying a household employee. The post Hiring a Nanny? Her…
A DIY Investor’s Guide to Retirement Calculators in 2025
Let's focus on more retirement calculators to help with your planning needs. Plus, we come up with a ranking system to determine the best. The post A…
Trump Will Allow You to Make Dangerous Moves in Your 401(k), Including Adding Crypto
President Trump has signed an executive order making it easier for 401(k)s to include alternative investments and crypto. Is it a good idea? The post…
How Investments Are Taxed
When you begin investing, you're going to have to start paying more in taxes. Let's go over each type of investment and how it is taxed. The post How…
Disability Insurance for Physicians Who Are Federal or State Employees
Are you a federally employed physician? Do you work for your state? If so, here are some of your options for disability insurance. The post Disabilit…
The Passive Income Spectrum and the Greatest Hits of Passive Income
These are all the best ways to make money with passive income. It includes everything from getting dividends to real estate investing. The post The …
529s and Spending for College
Answering reader questions about 529 accounts, how to invest them, and how to spend them down. We also discuss ways to help pay for college, and we a…