The Dentist Money Show | Financial Planning & Wealth Management

Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week.
 On this episode, Matt and Rabih discuss the topic of the deficit and its impact on America's financial health. They explain the difference between deficit and debt and how deficits accumulate over time to form the outstanding debt level. They also talk about the lasting economic effects of law...

Getting the right number for your investment returns should be simple … right!? But there are actually several factors that go into an accurate calculation. On this episode of the Dentist Money Show, Ryan and Matt invite Rabih Dimachki, CFA and Director of Investment Strategy at Dentist Advisors, to explain why getting the exact ratio for a return on an investment is so complicated. Book a free co...

Enjoy a replay of another one of our most popular Dentist Money Show episodes. According to tradition the seven deadly sins that keep you from reaching heaven are: envy, gluttony, greed or avarice, lust, pride, sloth, and wrath. And the seven big mistakes that can wreck a dentist's retirement can be just as financially deadly to your net worth. On this episode of the Dentist Money Show, Ryan and M...

Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week.
 On this episode, Matt, Victoria, and Rabih give updates on inflation and underpayment penalties from the IRS. They talk about the importance of proactive tax planning and working with a proactive CPA to avoid underpayment penalties, and emphasize the importance of being organized and proactive...

At the recent Dentist Money Summit, attendees were asked some intriguing questions about their spending habits. Hear what your peers do with their money—what's the best thing they have spent money for and what they hate spending money on. Ryan and Matt look at where the money goes and how lifestyle, intentional, and mindless spending affect dentists on this episode of the Dentist Money Show. Book...

Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week.
 On this episode, Matt, Victoria, Ryan, and Rabih record live at the Dentist Money Summit 2024 hosted in Park City, UT. They speak optimistically about the economy and then go into the pros and cons of renting versus homeowning. Then, they discuss what the opposite of a budget is and why you ne...

Where do finances fit in the formula for living a rich life? After all, a truly rich life should include meaningful relationships, good health, personal growth, as well as living comfortably. So how do you cultivate a values-based life? On this episode of the Dentist Money Show, Ryan, Matt, Victoria, and Jake explain why getting rich and living a rich life are two very different things. B ook a fr...

Enjoy a replay of another one of our most popular Dentist Money Show episodes. "What's the minimum amount I can save and still be OK in retirement?" It's a question many dentists ask as they navigate the tradeoffs of both life and business. On this episode of the Dentist Money™ Show, Ryan and Matt look at what maxing out today's spending by saving a minimal amount might mean over the long run. Whi...

Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week.
 On this episode, Matt, Taylor, and Rabih provide updates on the Federal Reserve's meeting in June, and Jerome Powell's comments on interest rates. They highlight micro pockets of deflation in various consumer areas. Additionally, they share important information for individuals on income-drive...

It takes hard work to run a profitable practive. Hard work that can be ruined by the financial perils that await every dentist. That's why it helps to know the common money mistakes dentists make—mistakes that could already be costing you. On Part 1 of this episode of the Dentist Money Show, Matt and Victoria talk about five ways dentists typically lose money—and how to avoid them. Book a free con...

Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week.
 On this episode, Matt, Will, and Rabih discuss if the Federal Reserve will cut rates. Next, they dive into the GameStop phenomenon, highlighting the role of retail investors and the impact of social media on the stock market. Finally, they touch on the difficulties of finding reliable financia...

There are numerous correlations that can be drawn between maintaining good physical health and building your wealth. And while the analogies are easy to make, one constant that often results in failure at both is human nature. On this episode of the Dentist Money Show, Ryan and Matt talk about their favorite topics—the gym and money—and three principles for fitness and financial success. Book a fr...

Enjoy a replay of another one of our most popular Dentist Money Show episodes. Is buying permanent life insurance a permanent mistake? Insurance agents say there are benefits to support purchasing permanent insurance, but are their points valid? On this episode of the Dentist Money™ Show, Ryan and Matt look into the debate that surrounds whole life insurance and explain why mixing insurance and in...

Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week.
 On this episode, Matt, Victoria, and Rabih continue Q1 earnings reports from the previous episode and delve into the significance of inflation and the Fed's policy. They explore the concept of purpose and its impact on happiness and well-being. Is there truly a secret to a happy life? Book a f...

Everyone seems to be worried about the threat of artificial intelligence on jobs in the future. Funny thing though, it was only a few years ago that roboadvisors were going to replace financial advisors. AI has already lost that battle. On this episode of the Dentist Money Show, Ryan and Matt explain why people prefer advice from another human who understands their financial dreams and fears. Book...

Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week.
 On this episode, Matt, Jake, and Rabih analyze Nvidia's Q1 earnings and the trend of beating analysts' expectations. They touch on the psychology of spending and saving and the economic implications of higher savings rates. Finally, they provide statistics that show the increasing probability...

We're constantly bombarded with information about how to improve our financial well-being—there seems to be no shortage of ways to get ahead financially. While many sound great in theory, do they really measure up when put into practice? On this episode of the Dentist Money Show, Matt and Victoria talk about 10 popular financial strategies that they believe are overrated, underrated, or rightly ra...

Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week.
 On this episode, Matt, Victoria, and Rabih discuss the the recent reduction on inflation and the impacts it can have. They also discuss the rising costs of car insurance and call back stats to provide some reasoning why car insurance has shot up recently. Finally, they go through the events of...

Enjoy a replay of another one of our most popular Dentist Money Show episodes. You know that kids are expensive. Should you be saving for their future? Some dentists say 'yes', others choose not to. No matter what you decide, you should know the children's savings options available to you—529 education accounts, minor Roth IRAs, UTMA accounts, etc—so you can do what's best for your family. On this...

Our brains are wired to think linearly. As a result, the long-term returns of some investments often surprise us. But if a little growth is the fuel for future growth, what we should do as investors is learn to harness that exponential power. On this episode of the Dentist Money Show, Ryan and Matt explain why time plays such a significant role when it comes to maximizing investment returns. Book...

Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week.
 On this episode, Matt, Jake, and Rabih discuss the historical number of stocks available to be traded in the US stock market and why that number has shrunk from decades past. They discuss whether the stock market is still a viable asset to be invested in. Finally, they end with a study about p...

Everyday decisions have become increasingly complex due to the staggering number of options we have. In his seminal work, The Paradox of Choice , Barry Swartz offers insights on how to handle choice overload and decision-making paralysis. On this episode of the Dentist Money Show, Ryan, Matt, Victoria, and Will review his book and talk about why an abundance of choices doesn't necessarily bring gr...

Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week.

 On this episode, Matt, Will, and Rabih review the Fed's recent response to inflation and the effect on interest rates. They also discuss the FTC's ban on non-compete agreements and how that could affect dentists. Finally, they analyze the economics of car ownership and why the average age of...

Enjoy a replay of another one of our most popular Dentist Money Show episodes. "When is it time to get financial help?" Like many issues that deal with money, the answer is personal for each individual. On this episode of the Dentist Money™ Show, Jake Elm, CFP® at Dentist Advisors, joins Ryan to take on the question and explain the reasons why earlier may be better for long term goals. They also r...

Each year the IRS sends out its "Dirty Dozen" list of tax schemes. It's a warning to taxpayers to shun the bogus tax strategies on the list—and knowing what to avoid is meant to protect you from these scams and their fraudulent promoters. On this episode of the Dentist Money Show, Ryan and Matt illustrate how quickly you can get into trouble when trying too hard to find tax avoidance strategies. B...