So, you started you new job as a CRNA and you’ve been able to sock away $18,000 to your 401(k) or 403(b). Great job, but don’t pat yourself on the back just yet. Whether working for a hospital system or an anesthesia group, chances are you may be paying a variety of fees that will … More Your 401(k) Fees Will Destroy Your Retirement
So, why is your credit score report so important and what goes into computing the score? Suffice to say, I think it’s generally well-known that having a great credit score will secure you a low interest rates on loans, whether they’re student, auto, mortgage, business, etc. This post is for those who may not have … More Credit Report Breakdown
I recently re-consolidated and refinanced my student loans because of a low interest rate offered through First Republic Bank, 1.95% APR over 5 years. I did the math and created a table comparing and contrasting my loans like before consolidation, after my first consolidation with SoFi and now, after refinancing with First Republic Bank. While not … More My Student Loan Profile, Aug. 2016 Update
Let me first preface by sharing my opinion surrounding this topic is evolving and that, at some point, I’m sure I will come around and see the benefit of acquiring the DNAP. My post isn’t anti-intellectual nor is it a post railing against the ever changing professional landscape of nurse anesthesia. Posted below is a response I … More Pros and Cons of the DNP/DNAP
This post is for the individuals who cannot qualify for the government’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLFP) and carry a high interest rate on their respective student loans. The average debt upon graduation for CRNAs is ~$100,000. Like many others, I had a mix of federal and private loans when I left school. … More How Consolidating/Refinancing Your Student Loans Will Save You $$$
My wife, who happens to be a nurse anesthetist as well, ended up refinancing and consolidating both her private and federal loans with this company. Earnest offers one of the lowest competitive rates on the market. In addition, there is a customized feature, called Precision Pricing, which Earnest provides to its customers and it’s one … More Earnest Student Loan Review
2017 update: DRB is now known as Laurel Road. Admittedly, I do not have much experience with Darien Rowayton Bank (DRB) as I’ve never banked nor refinanced my loans with them. However, several of my classmates have worked with them, so this review is based off of their personal experiences. Application Process The application can be … More Laurel Road (formerly Darien Rowayton Bank) Student Loan Review
Upon graduating from nurse anesthesia school in August 2014, I promptly looked into whether I would qualify for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program. After investigating the issue, I realized I wasn’t going to benefit from the program at all. When I did the numbers, I could either pay 5-7% on my federal student loans over … More SoFi Student Loan Review
You’re done with nurse anesthesia school! Oh, thank the Lord Almighty! The grind of graduate school is finally over and you’ve got your first paycheck! Holy schnikes! That’s a huge paycheck. All that time and energy has finally paid off. What are you going to do now? Buy that Tesla 3! What, are you kidding … More The 5 Steps to Financial Independence
This is a loaded questions with a lot of variables to take into consideration. As a result, the answer to this question is, similar to an anesthetic plan for a patient, it depends. There are a million and one different suggestions on how one needs to save for retirement. Some say you should save enough … More How Much Do I Need To Retire?
Life as a CRNA 