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Smarter Vet Financial Podcast
What our veterinary podcast is all about:
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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Episode 213 – Your Estate Plan Is Done. But Does It Actually Work With Your Financial Plan?
Many veterinarians believe that once their estate planning documents are completed, the job is done. Unfortunately, that is often where problems begin. In this episode of the Smarter Vet Podcast, CJ Burnett and Tom Seeko discuss why estate planning...
Episode 212 – The Financial Cost of Waiting
Many financial decisions feel easier to postpone. "I'll save after my student loans are gone." "I'll plan later." "I'll start when things settle down." In this episode, Tom Seeko and CJ Burnett explore the hidden costs of waiting and why delaying...
From Veterinarian to Entrepreneur with Dr. John Younker
What does it take to go from practicing veterinary medicine to building and scaling a successful business? In this episode of the Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, Tom Seeko sits down with Dr. John Younker, DVM, MBA, veterinarian, entrepreneur,...
Episode 211 – Who Protects the Practice When the Owner Can’t Work?
What happens to your veterinary practice if you're unable to work? Many practice owners focus on personal disability insurance, but often overlook how a disability could impact their practice, employees, business partners, and long-term business...
Episode 210 – Your Income Went Up. Why Doesn’t It Feel Like It?
Veterinarian salaries have increased significantly over the last decade. Production bonuses, signing bonuses, relief work opportunities, and practice ownership distributions are creating more earning potential than ever before. So why do so many...
Episode 209 – When Is It Actually Okay to Spend More Money?
Many veterinarians earn a good income but still wonder where their money is going. In this episode of the Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, Tom Seeko and CJ Burnett discuss lifestyle creep, the hidden cost of convenience, and why earning more money...
Dr. Ivan Zak on The Burnout Triggers Every Vet Should Know
Burnout continues to be one of the biggest challenges facing veterinary professionals. But what if the solution isn't solely about working less? In this episode, Tom Seeko sits down with veterinarian, entrepreneur, and Galaxy Vets founder Dr. Ivan...
Episode 208 – What Is a Veterinary Job Really Worth?
Most veterinarians think about compensation in terms of salary. But the true value of a veterinary position often extends far beyond a paycheck. In this episode, Tom Seeko and CJ Burnett discuss how associates and practice owners can evaluate the...
Episode 207 – Financial Independence Isn’t a Number; It’s Adaptability
Many veterinarians focus on reaching a specific retirement number, but what happens when life doesn't follow the plan? In this episode, Tom Seeko explores why financial independence is about more than hitting a savings goal. He discusses how life...

