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Welcome to this week’s edition of The Sunday Best, where we dissect the trepidation around investing at all-time market highs and examine the costly impact of anxiety on personal finances and well-being. This issue also celebrates the year’s significant medical innovations that promise to transform healthcare.
Let’s read into the societal shifts surrounding longevity in America, proposing a fresh perspective on education, work, and retirement as 100-year life spans become more common.
We also look at the deep-seated issues within the American healthcare system and the economic implications of current tax policies on married women.
Happy reading!
P.S: In case you’ve missed out on our announcement, Physician on FIRE will be at the 2025 Prosperity Conference. If you’re looking to connect with like-minded and forward-thinking physicians while gaining CME credits, reserve your seats no,w and we’ll see you soon in Vegas!
The Sunday Best (12/15/2024)
It’s understandable when investors get nervous about putting money to work at all-time highs. But one of those all-time highs will be the last one before a lengthy bear market!
Anxiety is expensive — not just in terms of the mental toll, but in the way it costs us our lives. And it could be your most expensive habit.
It’s December, and time for a retrospective on some breakthroughs in medical innovation this year. Here are five huge medical breakthroughs in 2024.
Are social media platforms the next dying malls? Remember, it was cool to hang out at the mall – until it wasn’t.
America needs to radically rethink what it means to be old. As 100-year lifespans become more common, the time has come for a new approach to school, work, and retirement.
On that note, although we know physicians tend to retire much later than other people, what is the perfect moment to hang up the good old white coat?
Working longer comes with health and financial benefits. Some people are simply taking their time to ease into their next life stage. Here’s why more seniors are opting to work, and it isn’t about the money.
Finding success in retirement and determining what it means to be successful in retirement are individual pursuits, and there is no one-size-fits-all formula that guarantees retirement bliss. But there are a few factors to consider.
Let’s explore the deep roots of Americans’ hatred of their health care system. The industry’s blame game will not end the US national health care nightmare.
Speaking of which, if you’ve missed what happened with Anthem’s anesthesia policy and how cost-cutting measures can clash with the realities of medical care, we’ve got you covered with all the information.
After another tough year in fundraising, private asset managers are putting their weight behind other lucrative options, such as evergreens. And your 401(k).
Managing money is about managing risk and every decision comes with a tradeoff. Pick your peril with five key tradeoffs.
The tax penalty on married women is hiding in plain sight. Millions would be better off if the US changed its joint filing system.
Lastly, don’t forget to tune in to Physician on FIRE’s Monday Markets updates every week. Here’s what you missed in the last one.
Do you have CME funds left to use before the end of the year? Why not invest them in an experience that could transform your financial future?
The Prosperity Conference is happening March 6-8, 2025, in Las Vegas, and it’s the perfect opportunity to use your CME for something truly impactful. CME can often cover not just your ticket but also your hotel and flights—making it easier than ever to join us.
