White Coat Investor Podcast
MtoM #220: Family Physician Millionaire Receives PSLF and Finance 101: Long Term Bonds
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Quick takeaways
- The family physician highlights the significance of side gigs and effective negotiation in achieving financial milestones and salary increases.
- He underscores the importance of diversifying investments and engaging with educational resources to enhance financial literacy and secure long-term wealth.
Deep dives
Achieving Financial Milestones
A family physician shares major milestones on his journey to financial freedom, including successfully obtaining Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and achieving a net worth exceeding one million dollars. After enrolling in an income-driven repayment plan during residency, he initially felt skeptical about PSLF’s effectiveness, but his faith was reinforced as he navigated the program. He benefited from the COVID payment pause and additional financial support from the National Health Service Corps, which contributed to the reduction of his student debt from $330,000 to roughly $50,000 paid out of pocket. With a significant investment portfolio nearing one million dollars, he exemplifies how strategic financial planning can lead to substantial wealth accumulation.
