Should I pay down debt or invest?

Should I pay down debt or invest?

Author: Nate Reineke May 1, 2024 Duration: 21:32

On today’s show…

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  • Is it finally time to pay off my student loans?
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  • I make $700,000 a year and I want my spouse to work..am I wrong?
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  • Should I put my college money in cash or 529s?
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  • Did my $2M home purchase derail my retirement?
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  • Am I putting too much in my 529?
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  • New city, new job. Can I wait a while to start saving for retirement while everything is in flux?
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  • Should I keep my whole life insurance?
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  • I am retiring in 5-years, should I invest my extra cash or pay off my mortgage? 
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ARE YOU GETTING ALL THE TAX BREAKS YOU REALLY DESERVE?

 

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GOT A QUESTION?

 

Write to us at podcast@physicianfamily.com.

 

 

 

NOTICE

 

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Finding a clear path through financial planning feels uniquely challenging when your career is in medicine and your heart is at home with family. The Physician Family Finances Podcast exists in that specific, demanding space. Host Nate Reineke, alongside co-host Chelsea Jones, brings their experience as Certified Financial Planner™ professionals directly to conversations with physician parents. They understand the dual pressures of managing a practice, caring for kids, and making smart long-term decisions with your earnings. Each episode moves beyond generic advice to tackle the real questions you face, from navigating student loan strategies and investment options tailored to a physician's timeline to planning for retirement without sacrificing your family's present. This isn't about quick tips; it's about building a sustainable framework that aligns with your values and goals. Tune in for a candid, practical discussion that makes complex topics like tax laws and wealth building accessible, so you can gain confidence and clarity with your finances. The entire podcast is built on the principle that securing your future should feel like an achievable part of your life's work, not an overwhelming distraction from it.
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