
Medics Money podcast
The Medics’ Money podcast helps doctors, dentists and other professionals make better financial decisions. Hosted By Dr Tommy Perkins and Dr Ed Cantelo, who is not only a doctor but also a Chartered Accountant and Tax adviser.
Latest episodes

Nov 5, 2024 • 7min
Ep 240: 5 Questions to Ask Before Investing...
Tommy takes us through not what investments he owns, but 5 questions any doctor can ask before starting investing to get the right mindset secured!
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Oct 31, 2024 • 24min
Ep 239: Labour's Halloween Budget Aims to Balance Tricks with Treats
The latest budget reveals intriguing tax increases and public spending plans that could impact working individuals significantly. Changes to Employers National Insurance may hit NHS employers hard, affecting GP practices and small businesses alike. Capital gains and inheritance tax discussions clarify essential rulings for those with side ventures. A remarkable £22.6 billion boost to the health budget raises questions about NHS funding amid rising public sector pay costs. Fiscal drag and frozen tax thresholds paint a complex financial landscape for taxpayers.

Oct 29, 2024 • 53min
Ep 238: Remedial Pension Savings Statements... what do YOU need to do?!
Tommy and Andy take you through everything you've need to know and do if you have, or haven't yet, received a brown envelope in the post...
McCloud explained https://www.medicsmoney.co.uk/what-does-the-mccloud-judgement-mean-for-my-nhs-pension/
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HMRC triage tool (watch YouTube before using) https://www.gov.uk/guidance/calculate-your-public-service-pension-adjustment
Mastering NHS Pension Adjustments: Expert Guidance and Essential Steps
This episode provides a comprehensive guide to navigating the complexities of NHS pension adjustments in light of the McCloud remedy. Host Tommy, along with specialist Andy Pow, delve into the background and implications of recent pension changes, offering essential tips for recalculating annual allowance tax charges and understanding eligibility for compensation. They explain the use of triage tools, the submission process for revised tax data, and the importance of meeting deadlines to avoid penalties. The discussion also highlights difficulties NHS staff face in obtaining accurate pension data, especially in Scotland, and the necessity of seeking professional financial advice. Listeners are encouraged to verify their pension records, understand tax implications, and use resources like the Medics Money website for expert guidance. Practical steps for managing pension-related disclosures and avoiding common pitfalls are provided.

Oct 22, 2024 • 34min
Ep 237: Maximising Tax Efficiency for Limited Companies: Expert Tips with Tori Fergusson
Tori from Honey Barrett Chartered Accountants takes us through limited companies for doctors today.
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In this insightful episode, we dive into tax-efficient ways to extract money from a limited company and navigate HMRC compliance checks with Tori Fergusson from Honey Barrett Specialist Medical Accountants. We discuss directors' loans, employing spouses, avoiding tax investigations, and much more. Tune in to empower yourself with essential financial knowledge! Introduction & Listener Questions Welcoming Tori Fergusson Why Honey Barrett? Expert Discussion: Limited Companies Tax-Efficient Ways to Extract Money Compliance Interactions with HMRC Handling Information Notices Real-Life Case Studies Conclusion & Contact Information

Oct 15, 2024 • 46min
Ep 236: Is your NHS payslip correct? NHS Pension Tax relief? Investing for your kids? - Q&A Episode!
Tommy and Ed dive into a Q&A session featuring queries from doctors at the recent Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology National Trainees Conference. Topics covered include investing in children's Junior ISAs, the impact of pay errors on NHS pensions, the global diversification of the S&P 500, and the complexities of National Insurance for multi-employer doctors.
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Oct 8, 2024 • 29min
Ep 235: Surviving a Crisis in GP Dr. Rebecca Keogh on GP Partnerships & Practice Management
Overcoming Challenges as a GP Partner ft. Dr. Rebecca Keogh
Join Dr. Tommy Perkins, Dr. Ed Cantelo, and Dr. Rebecca Keogh on the Medics' Money Podcast as they delve into the realities and challenges of being a GP partner running a practice. Dr. Keogh shares her journey through a challenging situation when her practice manager unexpectedly left, and how she navigated the crisis with the aid of the MedicsMoney GP partnership course. She discusses the importance of community support and professional help in handling the administrative and financial aspects of running a practice. Learn from her experience and gain insights into maintaining morale, managing finances, and adapting to unexpected changes in a healthcare setting. This episode is essential for healthcare professionals seeking to improve their practice management skills.
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00:00 Introduction to the Challenges of Being a GP Partner
01:26 Meet Dr. Rebecca Keogh: Overcoming Practice Challenges
02:16 The MedicsMoney GP Partnership Course Impact
02:50 Facing Unexpected Challenges: Practice Manager Departure
04:11 Navigating Financial and HR Responsibilities
16:56 Recruitment and HR Solutions
24:05 Reflecting on the Journey and Future Outlook
27:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Oct 1, 2024 • 43min
Ep 234: 2024 Budget Predictions - Which taxes will rise? CGT, Pensions tax, IHT and more
Predicting the 2024 Budget: Insights for Medics and Professionals
In this episode of the MedicsMoney podcast, Dr. Tommy Perkins and Dr. Ed Cantelo discuss the potential changes in the upcoming budget by Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves. They delve into the implications of a £22 billion black hole on the economy, explore possible tax adjustments, and debate the future of capital gains tax, pension tax relief, and inheritance tax. The episode also includes insights into effective financial planning for doctors, emphasizing the importance of early action on ISAs and private pensions. This podcast is aimed at helping medical professionals navigate potential financial changes and make informed decisions.
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00:00 Introduction to the Upcoming Budget
00:21 Meet the Hosts and Their Summer Adventures
02:27 Discussing the Labour Government's 22 Billion Pound Black Hole
04:06 Current High Tax Burden and Predictions
09:36 Potential Changes in Capital Gains Tax
17:40 Speculations on Pension Tax Relief
24:21 Inheritance Tax and Other Speculations
33:28 Final Thoughts and Financial Advice
42:25 Conclusion and How to Stay Updated

Sep 24, 2024 • 18min
Ep 231: This doctor TRANSFORMED their finances in 8 weeks?!
Tommy is joined by Rhoda from the Financial Wellbeing Course to explain how she revolutionised her finances in just 8 weeks? https://www.medicsmoney.co.uk/medics-money-financial-wellbeing-course/
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Sep 17, 2024 • 36min
Ep 230: Should doctors get a private pension?
This week we're deep diving into a question we get asked all the time: I have an NHS Pension, but should I invest in a private one too?
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Sep 10, 2024 • 38min
Ep 229: How AI is now writing Doctors' notes - Tortus CEO Dr Don Pimenta
Dr. Don Pimenta, CEO of Tortus AI, is back to discuss how AI is revolutionizing healthcare documentation. He shares insights on how AI can streamline doctors' workflows, making patient note-taking more efficient. The conversation highlights the challenges of integrating AI in the NHS, focusing on privacy, security, and bureaucratic hurdles. Dr. Pimenta also envisions a future where AI enhances rather than replaces human doctors, ensuring improved patient care while tackling administrative burdens.
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