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Smarter Vet Financial Podcast
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Do you want less stress in your finances? Smarter Vet Financial Podcast is for all veterinarians that want to take that next step in their finances. Tom Seeko and CJ Burnett, the founders of Florida Veterinary Advisors, make personal and business financial topics simple to digest and include exclusive interviews with veterinarians and veterinary professionals. Ready to subscribe? Click a button below to get started. You can also bookmark this page and check back for our latest episodes.
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Interview with Matt Arena & Kia Banisadre of 360 Vet Sales: Selling Your Vet Practice the Smart Way
360 Vet Sales (free valuation & consult): 360VetSales.comContact: kia@360vetsales.com | matthew@360vetsales.com Thinking about selling your hospital in the next 1–5 years—or just want to know your options? In this episode, Tom Seeko talks...
Episode 180 – The Biggest Problem Every Veterinarian Has in Their 40s
Your 40s can feel like the “crunch decade”—income peaks, expenses pile up, and retirement starts to feel real. In this episode, Tom Seeko and CJ Burnett unpack how to balance saving with lifestyle and college costs, avoid lifestyle creep, and shift...
Episode 179 – The Biggest Problem Every Veterinarian Has in Their 30s
Your 30s can feel like a financial tug-of-war—student loans, mortgages, childcare, career moves, and even the first itch of practice ownership all competing for the same dollars. CJ and Tom break down how to set clear priorities, build a...
Episode 178 – The Biggest Problem Every Veterinarian Has in Their 20s
Your 20s bring a whirlwind of firsts—new job, new income, new decisions—and most vets feel pulled between “pay off debt now” and “start living life.” In this episode, Tom and CJ share a balanced approach: build habits first, right-size your...
Episode 177 – Scared of Change?
In this episode of the Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, CJ Burnett and Tom Seeko dive into the psychology of change—why some people chase it and others avoid it at all costs. From personal habits to financial planning, they explore how meaningful...
Interview with Dr. Michele Drake – A Journey of Vision, Growth, and Impact
In this episode of the Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, Tom Seeko interviews Dr. Michelle Drake—veterinarian, author, and long-time practice owner. Dr. Drake shares how she built a mission-driven veterinary practice, the importance of planning and...
Episode 176 – Your Financial Destiny—Not Enough, Plenty, or Don’t Care
In this episode of The Smarter Vet Podcast, CJ Burnett and Tom Seeko dive into the often-overlooked emotional and behavioral side of financial planning. From the weight of student loans to the comfort of feeling financially secure, they unpack the...
Episode 175 – Want Better Follow-Through? Make It Easier to Say Yes
In this episode of The Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, CJ Burnett and Tom Seeko dive into a powerful yet often overlooked principle in both veterinary practices and financial planning: make it easy. They unpack how simplifying client interactions,...
Episode 174 – Fact or Bias? What’s Your Financial Plan Built On
In this episode of The Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, hosts CJ Burnett and Tom Seeko unpack why even high earners often struggle to save—and what to do about it. After some lighthearted banter, they dive into the psychology behind spending and...