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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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Episode 196 – The Hidden Problems Inside Million Dollar Mutual Fund Portfolios
Many veterinarians build wealth using mutual funds, but once a portfolio grows into the seven‑figure range, the hidden challenges begin. Taxes you didn’t expect. Overlapping holdings you didn’t realize you owned. Lack of customization. And far less...
Episode 195 – Does Your Risk Match the Return?
Most veterinarians assume that more risk equals more return—but that’s rarely how real financial life works. In this episode, Tom and CJ break down the hidden risks veterinarians carry mid‑career, how concentration risk shows up in both income and...
Episode 194 – It’s Not About Being Rich—It’s About Having Options
Many veterinarians say they don’t make enough, can’t change jobs, can’t reduce hours, or will “never be able to retire.” But is that really about income… or about options? In this episode of the Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, CJ Burnett and Tom...
Leading with Curiosity: Andrea Crabtree on Communication & Accountability in Vet Practices
In this episode of the Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, Tom Seeko welcomes back Andrea Crabtree of Furpaws Consulting for a candid conversation about leadership, communication, and accountability in veterinary practices. Andrea shares insights from...
Episode 193 – Am I Financially on Track as a Veterinarian?
On this episode of the Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, Tom Seeko and CJ Burnett, co-founders of Florida Veterinary Advisors, walk through a clear framework for answering one of the most common questions vets ask: “Am I financially on track?” They...
Episode 192 – 5 of 5: The No-Fail Retirement Income Plan
Is a “no‑fail” retirement plan actually possible? In this episode, Tom and CJ break down why the traditional approach to retirement often falls short — and what it really takes to build income that lasts through every market cycle, tax change, and...
Episode 191 – 4 of 5: Building Wealth by Balancing Access, Taxes, and Risk
How do you actually build wealth — not just in theory, but in real life? In this episode, CJ and Tom walk through a simple, practical framework veterinarians can use to make smarter financial decisions with less stress and more clarity. They break...
Interview with Lindsey McMakin – How to Build a Thriving Veterinary Practice: Financial Literacy, Culture-Driven Hiring, and Technology
In this episode of the SmarterVet Financial Podcast, Tom Seeko sits down with Lindsey McMakin to explore the real-world challenges and opportunities in veterinary practice management. Lindsey shares her inspiring journey from receptionist to...
Episode 190 – 3 of 5: One Habit that Builds Real Wealth
Saving money isn’t exciting, flashy, or fun — but it is the one habit that consistently builds real wealth. In this episode, the third of five in the series, CJ and Tom break down why aiming for 20% of your gross income is a game changer, why most...