Part 1: New Year, Fresh Start: Financial Planning for 2025-New Year, Fresh Start: Financial Planning for 2025 Recording

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In a presentation on financial planning for physicians, Matt Fisera, a certified financial planner, outlined key principles and strategies for effective financial management. He emphasized the importance of setting realistic financial goals aligned with personal values and using opportunities like fresh starts to recommit to these goals. The discussion covered tax-smart retirement contributions, detailing the benefits of pre-tax versus Roth accounts, and highlighted the significance of tax diversification. He also stressed the necessity of establishing an appropriate savings rate based on individual circumstances, considering factors like employer matches, existing savings, and other income sources. A suggested savings framework or "waterfall" includes steps such as maintaining an emergency fund, contributing to employer-sponsored plans up to the match, paying down high-interest debt, and maximizing contributions to various retirement and health savings accounts. Fisera urged physicians to regularly review and adjust their financial plans to avoid common mistakes and improve financial security. He offered additional resources, including a Financial Foundations Checklist, for further guidance and consultation options with his firm, Generational Financial Partners.

Keywords

financial planning

physicians

tax-smart retirement

savings framework

financial goals

Matt Fisera

Generational Financial Partners