Physician Family Finances Podcast; Personal Finance for Doctors with Children

Some tax strategies are fishier than others. This week, you’ll hear about how things are going with Nate and his son’s development as a fisherman, and we’ll also tackle a somewhat fishy 401(k) question: can you, or SHOULD you, hire your spouse for your 401(k)? Like a fresh-caught fish, it’s a slippery question with a tricky answer. You can also catch answers to your colleagues' questions from Ben Utley and Nate Reineke. 

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To a child, a father is often their first hero and is always one of their first teachers. Parenting doesn’t come with an instruction manual or a training period, so it can be easy to feel like you’re flying, or rather parenting, blind. In this special Father’s Day episode, Nate Reineke and Kyle Hoelzle chat about how they are raising their kids to understand the value of money, why delayed gratification can be a good thing, how har...

Paperwork is boring, and we all try to avoid it. While estate planning is a lot of paperwork, it is a crucial part of making sure your children and family are taken care of after you’re gone. Listen in as Nate Reineke and Ben Utley chat with special guest Christine Roberts, an estate planning attorney with a background in ERISA law and over 30 years of experience. She breaks down some common misconceptions and mistakes physicians m...

We all love it when something costs less than we think it will, especially something pricey like college. If you plan to send your kids to a private university and they go to a state school, what can you do with the extra money? Listen in as Nate Reineke and Ben Utley celebrate graduation season and break down the most effective ways to save for college and what you can do with leftover 529 funds. 

We also answer your colleague...

Bug infestations are stressful. Having an established relationship with a “bug guy” helps exterminate that stress. All emergencies are more stressful when you try to handle them alone, but having a financial planner who enables you to understand where funds can come from helps decrease your stress. Listen in as Ben Utley and Nate Reineke discuss what funds you should use to save for retirement and how those funds help cover you in ...

If fishing were easy, they’d call it catching. If backdoor Roths were easy, they’d call it a loophole. Listen in as Nate Reineke and Ben Utley answer a cumbersome backdoor Roth question from a physician who fears they made a mistake, but the answer may be simpler than anticipated.  

We also answer your colleagues' questions. 

Investing Now: A retired physician in Alaska has a large nest egg, and they are concerned ...

Buying a home is hard. As a physician, you want to make sure you get the best rate, use the right type of loan, and avoid the mistakes that drag out the process. Listen in as Ben Utley and Nate Reineke dissect the complex and confusing world of home buying with special guest and mortgage loan specialist Robert Hedges. Together, they answer your colleagues' concerns about how to find the best mortgage broker, when it is smart to buy...

Let's be real here: You spent your first 20 years of life rolling your eyes at your mom's advice and the rest of your life realizing she was right. So right now, make sure you have a table reserved (or groceries bought) and flowers ready for Mother’s Day. Listen in as Ben Utley and Nate Reineke answer a tough listener question about whether the Roth 403b or a traditional 403b is right for a neurosurgeon from Maryland. 

We also ...

Your kids are growing up fast. That means more activities to keep track of on top of all your other commitments. How can you juggle being there for your family and working enough to save for retirement? Listen in as Nate Reineke and Ben Utley provide some tips on how to keep all the balls in the air while still planning for the future.

We also answer your colleagues' questions. 

Retirement Investing: An ENT from Kansas City ...

Influenza. It’s a word that sounds ominous when you don’t know what it means. To a physician like you, influenza is nothing more than the average flu, but to a patient, it may sound scary. Does tax-loss harvesting sound extreme or even dangerous to you? Listen in as  Nate Reineke and Ben Utley explain what tax-loss harvesting is and how your colleagues are using it right now to save taxes.

We answer some other questions you may...

Bananas are cheap but not as cheap as they used to be and the price of almost everything else is going up faster than a monkey up a tree. Everything else but stock prices that is. We’ve gotten several questions from physicians like you essentially asking “What should we do?” Ben Utley breaks down questions about tariffs, taxes, the economy, markets, and what you should or shouldn’t do about it. 

Are you ready to turn worries ab...

Spring has sprung just like the freshly assembled Adirondack chairs in Ben’s back yard. Fumbling around while constructing Costco lawn furniture is normal, Ben proves that, but, you don’t want to stumble around with your backdoor roth. You also don’t want to be caught off guard by big surprise expenses in retirement. 

Nate Reineke and Ben Utley breakdown some of the major life events and expenses physicians like you should cons...

Things in the government are changing but, you already knew that, right? What you may not know is that public student loan forgiveness is still alive and well! Nate Reineke and Ben Utley discuss one pediatrician’s five year journey to student loan debt freedom.

They also discuss the other listener questions below. 

A radiologist in Ohio asks if I save my money into a 529, will it grow like my other investments? 

A family phy...

Introduction:

In this new episode, hosts Nate Reineke and Chelsea Jones tackle the crucial topic of investment strategies for physicians with deadlines, particularly when facing urgent financial goals such as buying a home or addressing student loans. They share insights on how to optimize investments while managing risk.

Summary:

Join Nate and Chelsea as they explore the considerations physicians should keep in mind when inve...

Introduction:

In Episode, hosts Nate Reineke and Ben Utley delve into the complexities of the backdoor Roth IRA, a popular strategy for high-income earners. They address common misunderstandings and provide clarity on how to navigate potential pitfalls, such as the pro-rata rule.

Summary:

Join Nate and Ben as they explore the backdoor Roth IRA process. This episode tackles listener questions about bond discounting, the emergen...

Introduction:

In this episode, hosts Nate Reineke and Ben Utley dive into the often-asked question: How much do physicians actually spend and save? They explore spending patterns among doctors, discuss financial strategies for managing student loans, and examine the importance of striking a balance between work and family life.

Summary:

Nate and Ben discuss the financial challenges faced by physicians, particularly when it com...

Introduction:

Welcome to Physician Family Financial Advisors Podcast. In this episode, hosts Nate Reineke and Ben Utley address the joys and financial complexities of becoming a physician mom in your 40's, and what that means for your financial planning moving forward.

Summary:

Join Nate and Ben as they explore the financial considerations and strategies for physician families, particularly those experiencing major life changes like ...

Episode Summary:

In this episode Nate Reineke and Ben Utley discuss the nuances of mortgage options for physicians, specifically focusing on the decision to pay points. The hosts explore the implications of mortgage rates, the impact of short-term versus long-term holding periods, and how physicians can navigate the complexities of home financing.

Key Takeaways:

- Understanding Mortgage Points: Purchasing points can lower mort...

Episode Summary:

In this episode, Nate Reineke and Ben Utley discuss the potential financial implications for physicians in light of recent political changes, particularly focusing on the questions surrounding government policies and public service loan forgiveness (PSLF). They also address listener inquiries about financial planning for 2025, including insights on donor advised funds (DAFs), retirement strategies, and health insura...