Episode 11: Financial Planning & Ownership - It's never too early to start planning for your future

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In this episode, Bill Murray hosts financial advisors CJ Burnett and Tom Seeko, who specialize in helping veterinarians manage their finances. They discuss the importance of strategic financial planning, the need for a holistic approach to financial decisions, and the significance of preparing for retirement and exit strategies. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of understanding personal and business finances, the value of building a professional network, and the challenges faced by new graduates in the veterinary field. The episode concludes with insights into the advisors' own retirement plans and philosophies.

CJ Burnett
Tom Seeko
Florida Veterinary Advisors
flveterinaryadvisors.com

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• Takeaways

  • Strategic financial planning should start early—even before ownership or major life events.

  • A holistic view of personal and business finances is critical for long-term success.

  • Building a strong professional network can offer guidance and open doors throughout a veterinary career.

  • New veterinary graduates face unique financial challenges, including student debt and lack of business training.

  • Balancing debt repayment with savings and investment is essential, not either-or.

  • Ownership isn't for everyone, but understanding the path can help veterinarians make informed decisions.

  • Exit strategies and retirement planning shouldn't be left until the end—they should be part of the overall plan from day one.

  • Financial advisors who understand the veterinary industry can provide more relevant and tailored advice.

  • Emotional readiness for retirement is just as important as financial readiness.

  • Planning isn’t about having all the answers now—it’s about setting direction and adjusting as life changes.

• Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to the Episode and Guests

  • 03:47 Understanding Financial Planning for Veterinarians

  • 10:33 The Importance of Strategic Financial Planning

  • 13:46 Navigating the Veterinary Industry and Building Relationships

  • 21:19 Advice for New Graduates in Veterinary Medicine

  • 23:08 Balancing Debt and Financial Planning

  • 28:30 Preparing for Veterinary Practice Sales

  • 34:42 Retirement Perspectives and Future Plans

  • 43:59 End Card - FVA .mp4