The Dentist Money Show | Financial Planning & Wealth Management

On this episode of the Dentist Money™ Show, Ryan and Matt take a hard look at inflation. They define it; do a poll to find out what people are saying; and offer four practical tips on what to do to counter its risk. In the Pandora's Box of economic worries, Ryan and Matt explain why inflation, like recession, is something you can work your way through when you understand how to do the right things.

On this episode of the Dentist Money™ Show, Ryan brings in Jake Elm, CFP® at Dentist Advisors, to take on the question, "When is it time to get financial help?" Like many things that deal with money, the answer is personal to each individual. However, Ryan and Jake offer reasons why earlier may be better for long-term goals. They also explain why people who are being held accountable to someone else are motivated to take action.

On this episode of the Dentist Money™ Show, Ryan and Matt put their focus on risk. Our everyday activities involve many risks we accept as part of life. But when risk becomes a fear, that's more about feelings of uncertainty. Whether a fear of sharks keeps you from swimming in the ocean, or fear of loss keeps you from investing, Ryan and Matt attempt to take the paralyzing effect out of uncertainty.

On this episode of the Dentist Money™ Show, Ryan interviews attorney Nathan Jay Kavlie of Thoughtful Wills. On the show, Nathan and Ryan go document-by-document over what's needed to preserve the estate you are working so hard to create. Estate planning can seem complicated, but Nathan explains why he doesn't believe it should be by illustrating how he takes the legalese out of wills and trusts.

On this episode of the Dentist Money™ Show, Ryan and Matt take on crypto. It's the latest investment obsession with vocal fans … and detractors. On this show Ryan and Matt offer advice to dentists on what they believe should be your crypto strategy. Wondering about investing in Bitcoin or the "Doge" (or just wondering what the fuss is all about), this is the episode you've been waiting for.

On this episode of the Dentist Money™ Show, Ryan welcomes back Reese Harper, founder of Dentist Advisors. During the show, Ryan quizzes Reese on his latest business venture, Elements. You'll hear how focusing on a niche can strengthen any enterprise, plus get a good look at the challenges of a start-up. It's your behind-the-scenes look at how Reese is trying to change the future of financial planning.

Humans (and other primates) have a tendency to want to compare. From houses to cars and more, there's a keeping up with the Joneses' desire that seems to be part of our nature. On this episode of the Dentist Money™ Show, Ryan and Matt talk about the impulse we have to compare what we have with others. While money or lifestyle comparisons to others can be devastating to your financial and even your mental health, Ryan and Matt focus on ways to compare that can motivate you to make good financial decisions.

She's known as "The HIPAA Chick" on social media and is an expert at all things HIPAA. On this episode of the Dentist Money™ Show, Ryan interviews Danielle Mckinley of PCI HIPAA. Many dentists think protecting patient information is easy, but they aren't considering cyber threats, the potential for human error, or the complexity of having vendors who also see patient information. Compliance is never fun, but Danielle Mckinley does her best to keep HIPAA discussions lively as she helps practices meet requirements and avoid costly audits.