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PA the FI Way

Becoming a physician assistant (PA) is difficult. But becoming a PA on the way to financial independence (FI) shouldn’t be. Allow the PA the FI Way podcast to be your guide to becoming a physician assistant on the way to financial independence. Unfortunately, even basic personal finance and budget concepts are rarely taught in high school, college or PA school. Then once PA students become certified physician assistants and begin their professional journey practicing medicine, they

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051 | An Overview of Bonds and I Bonds

PA the FI Way ·

2022/01/21

Bonds can help smooth some of the volatility that investing in stocks may provide, and I bonds in particular can serve as a good hedge against inflation. The White Coat Investor's post on how to buy I bonds: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/buy-i-bonds/ You can now support the show through Buy Me a Coffee! Thank you for all of your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pathefiway Follow along on Instagram: @pathefiway https://www.instagram.com/pathefiway/ Join the private Facebook

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32:21

050 | Negotiation Tips and Contract Items to Review...

PA the FI Way ·

2022/01/14

Negotiating can seem so intimidating, but it can be a huge tool to help you build wealth over time. In this episode, an overview of various items that you can (and probably should) negotiate are discussed. Hint: it's not just your compensation! Whether you're negotiating for your first PA job out of PA school or you're renegotiating in your current role, it's important to know what your top goals and priorities are. Additionally, it's vital to understand what your contract states as well as

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39:27

049 | The Benefits of Learning Your Personality Type...

PA the FI Way ·

2022/01/07

Have you ever taken a personality test such as Myers-Briggs, Enneagram, etc.? These test results can be so incredibly revealing about how you perceive the world and why you act the way you do. They can also show you your strengths, and equally important, your weaknesses. My amazing and wonderful sister joins me as a guest to share how we have very opposite personalities, and how that has affected us throughout the years. If you are able to learn about the personality types of the loved

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048 | Celebrating Listener Financial Wins of 2021 and...

PA the FI Way ·

2021/12/31

What better topic for this episode airing on the last day of the year than to celebrate some financial wins of 2021 and financial goals of 2022 of some of the podcast listeners?! Thank you to those who shared for contributing, and for those listening as I hope you find these motivating for you to reach your financial goals on your way to financial independence. In this episode, the following items were discussed the most: - Tracking your net worth (check out this blog post about

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49:06

047 | How We Used Travel Rewards to Earn Free Travel...

PA the FI Way ·

2021/12/24

My husband and I just returned from our trip to Costa Rica this past weekend, and in this episode, I share how we were able to travel hack the trip by using travel rewards from credit card sign up bonuses to earn free travel! Additionally, take a listen to hear about the beautiful Hyatt hotel that we stayed at (Andaz Costa Rica Resort At Peninsula Papagayo) for free using points, as well as the fun activities and adventures that we did such as ziplining, fishing, taking a side-by-side

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046 | Should a PA Use a "Physician Loan" for Their...

PA the FI Way ·

2021/12/17

This episode was prompted by a question asked in the PA the FI Way Facebook group that was created for current and future PAs interested in financial independence. If you haven't already, feel free to join! Interestingly enough, several high-income professionals besides physicians may qualify for "physician loans", including PAs, depending on the lender. However, would pursuing a physician loan be wise for a new grad PA? As with many topics in personal finance, there are several pros and

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045 | How to Budget for PA School with PA Money Sense

PA the FI Way ·

2021/12/10

Evan and Ginger with PA Money Sense share some guidance for budgeting while in PA school. It can be so tempting to take out the max of student loans that you can get, as well as spend every dollar of it! However, keep in mind that you will have to pay interest for each dollar that you spend. Evan and Ginger also tell us about their budgeting tool that they created to help you track your budget during PA school. You can use code PAFI30 to receive 30% off the PA School Budget Tracker!

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44:43

044 | Save Money and Reduce Headaches While Applying...

PA the FI Way ·

2021/12/03

Jacob, Cofounder of My PA Box, joins us on the show today to share the benefits of this incredibly helpful resource for those applying to PA school. My PA Box can help you narrow down which PA programs would be the best fit for you to apply to, ultimately cutting costs as well as headaches from your life! Jacob also shares how My PA Box was started with his business partner, as well as the inspirational stories of both himself and his family. Use code PAFI(in all caps) at mypabox.com for

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043 | The 2021 Great Holiday Gift Guide for Current...

PA the FI Way ·

2021/11/26

The most wonderful time of year is just around the corner! If you're a pre-PA, a PA student, or a practicing PA-C, this holiday gift guide was curated just for you to give you some ideas for your wishlist. Otherwise, if instead you're the significant other or family member of a current or future PA, but have no clue what to get them, then you're also in the right place! Check out the holiday gift guide by clicking here! Have a wonderful and blessed Christmas and holiday season! Sponsor for

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43:05

042 | How to Develop a Plan to Pay Back Your PA...

PA the FI Way ·

2021/11/19

Most PAs graduate from PA school with over six figures of student loan debt! There are so many options to pay back your debt, some of which can include trading your service as a PA to have your student loans forgiven such as PSLF. Another plan may include refinancing with a private lender for a lower interest rate, but in some cases, it may make sense to actually keep federal student loans. For some, an IDR plan may be a better fit. How in the world do you decide which option for loan

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041 | Interview with The Student Loan Podcast and...

PA the FI Way ·

2021/11/12

Daphné Vanessa, Esq. and Shamil Rodriguez, co-hosts of The Student Loan Podcast and Founders of Start Noo share why they started these projects. They are an incredibly fun couple who are very passionate about how problematic the student loan system is, and they created Start Noo as a potential solution for you to help pay back your student loan debt from undergrad and PA school. The Student Loan Podcast StartNoo.com Instagram @StartNooHQ Instagram @StartNoo Twitter @StartNoo TikTok

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57:42

040 | Sabbaticals During Your Career as a PA: Enjoy...

PA the FI Way ·

2021/11/05

Have you considered taking a sabbatical at some point during your career as a PA (physician assistant / physician associate)? Or maybe you thought sabbaticals were only for professors and that you couldn't take one as a PA? This episode with Shayne Foley, PA-C, reviews how you can take a sabbatical (or a few!) during your career as a PA, as well as what some of the benefits of sabbaticals are. Shayne also shares all the details of the logistics of planning and executing sabbaticals! A

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039 | The Advantages and Disadvantages of Having a 4...

PA the FI Way ·

2021/10/29

Working 4 days per week instead of 5 days as a PA has many advantages, but there are a few disadvantages as well. However, the benefits seem to fit with many financial independence ideals, so it is something worth considering and exploring as an option for your career! Follow along on Instagram: @pathefiway https://www.instagram.com/pathefiway/ Join the private Facebook group created for current and future PAs on their journey to financial independence:

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038 | Pre-PA Clinic: Interview with Founders Katie...

PA the FI Way ·

2021/10/22

Are you a Pre-PA student looking for guidance as how you can stand out as an applicant while applying to PA school? Or are you a PA student that is looking for extra support while in PA school? Take a listen to meet Katie and Beth, who are two incredibly fun and motivating mentors for Pre-PAs and PA students. They offer several types of services to help you out throughout your journey as you become a PA. We also discuss our passions for travel, mission trips, and of course, financial

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037 | The PA Blueprint: Interview with Authors Shayne...

PA the FI Way ·

2021/10/15

Have you felt as though you need some career guidance as a PA, or need help fighting burnout?Shayne and Jordan join us in this really fun interview to discuss The PA Blueprint: Your guide to career advancement, getting rich, avoiding burnout, and finding your dream job. Visit the website to get your copy of The PA Blueprint, and use special code pathefiway25 for 25% off your purchase! https://www.thepablueprint.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepablueprint/ Other Resources

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66:29

036 | FIlightER's Triple 7: Financial Wins, Financial...

PA the FI Way ·

2021/10/08

Paul "Lambo" the FIlightER, Creator of the FIlightER Podcast and Blog, joins us as the first guest who is an early retiree that has achieved FIRE! He used to work as a CPA, so he provides excellent insight from that background throughout the episode. He shares his Triple 7: 7 financial wins, 7 financial mistakes, and 7 pieces of advice for millennials. However, since he is so full of wisdom and stories, this episode is Part 2 of 2, and it covers the 7 financial mistakes and 7 pieces of

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55:21

035 | FIlightER's Triple 7: Financial Wins, Financial...

PA the FI Way ·

2021/10/01

Paul "Lambo" the FIlightER, Creator of the FIlightER Podcast and Blog, joins us as the first guest who is an early retiree that has achieved FIRE! He used to work as a CPA, so he provides excellent insight from that background throughout the episode. He shares his Triple 7: 7 financial wins, 7 financial mistakes, and 7 pieces of advice for millennials. However, since he is so full of wisdom and stories, this episode is Part 1 of 2, and it covers the 7 financial wins that he would like to

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36:10

034 | Interview with Savanna Perry, PA-C, Founder of...

PA the FI Way ·

2021/09/24

Have you considered starting a business or authoring a book as a side hustle on your way to financial independence? Or are you a pre-PA student looking for tips to get into PA school and succeeding once you do? Our guest, Savanna Perry, PA-C, is not only an awesome dermatology physician assistant, but she is also a business owner of The PA Platform, podcast host of The Pre-PA Club, and author of Physician Assistant School Personal Statement Guide and Physician Assistant School Interview

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033 | How Pursuing Financial Independence Can Help...

PA the FI Way ·

2021/09/17

Burnout is a syndrome that many healthcare workers have experienced, especially during the COVID pandemic. PAs are no exception, and around 50% of PAs will experience burnout at some point during their working careers. This episode reviews what burnout is, the costs and risks of burnout, the contributing factors, burnout symptoms, and what you can do to try to fight burnout as a PA. Additionally, we will review how being a physician assistant on the way to financial independence can help

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032 | Mega Backdoor Roth

PA the FI Way ·

2021/09/10

The Mega Backdoor Roth is a strategy that may allow you to save more money into your Roth account for the year after maxing out your 401K, allowing for tax-free growth and tax-free future withdrawals. However, it is somewhat rare that employers and 401K administrators allow this strategy. Learn the questions to ask to find out if you're eligible, and the process of utilizing the Mega Backdoor Roth strategy as a physician assistant. Follow along on Instagram: @pathefiway

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