Managing Job/Career in light of the Coronavirus
We are all feeling the impact of this virus in some way or another. Some are being laid off from their jobs and businesses are shutting their doors without certainty of when they will be able to re-open after the quarantine period. Those individuals who have been released from their jobs are taking to job boards to send out applications for new positions. .
Oral Care Tools Every Invisalign Wearer Needs for a Healthy Smile
When wearing Invisalign, or any other clear aligner for that matter, it is required that patients not only wear their aligners all day and night (at least 20-22 hours per day) but the treatment plan also necessitates impeccable oral hygiene. So may patients struggle to stay on top of this task, so I have gathered some oral care tools every clear aligner patient needs.
Guide to Quarantine & Social Distancing
We are in unprecedented times as the corona virus actively spreads throughout the nation and the world. It is normal to feel anxious in times like these, so here’s a guide to get through the next few weeks as we quarantine ourself and/ or practice social distancing.
How Does Student Loan Interest Work?
These are crucial questions that all borrowers should ask to avoid taking on too much debt and to stay afloat when loan servicers start sending the bill. This guide will help you understand the basics of student loan interest, how to find good rates, and the best methods for developing a repayment plan.
5 Ways to Invest in Real Estate
Real Estate Investing has been a hot topic, especially among the the financial independent community and those looking to build wealth through passive income. I firmly believe we are all budding entrepreneurs. We want to control our destiny, work for ourselves and feel good about making a difference in the world. Real estate investing is an excellent way to stretch one’s entrepreneurial muscles.
6 Tips on Getting Into Real Estate Investing
Going into real estate can be an exciting investment strategy, one that is both satisfying and lucrative. However, it’s not all rose petals and fairy dust. Every investment comes with risk but its how you manage and mitigate those risks that makes the difference. If you are seriously considering diving into real estate investing here are a few things to take into account.
6 Questions To Ask Before Investing
Whether you’re a first-time investor or have been investing for many years, there are some basic questions you should always ask before you commit your hard earned money to an investment.
How To Start Investing in The Stock Market
Investing can be a confusing topic but a vehicle that can change your financial future for the better. You don’t need a lot of money to start investing. In some cases, you only need a few dollars to get started. Of course, you may have a goal of increasing your investments over time but don’t let limited resources stop you from building your long-term wealth.
My Interview on Oral Health Disparities & Orthodontic Basics with Dialosophy
I had the wonderful opportunity to meet with Adia Louden of Dialosophy and answer some questions on oral health, oral health disparities , and to go over some Orthodontic basic. Enjoy our Q & A session.
Setting Up Your First Investment Account
If you have a retirement account such as a 401K, 403B, Roth or Traditional IRA, Congratulations! You’re already an investor. A lot of people don’t consider their retirement savings as investing. Saving for retirement is important and should (arguably) be your first investing priority.
Investing 101: Invest in Yourself
Investing can be a confusing topic. When we talk about investing we immediately think of the stock market and things like stocks, bonds, index, mutual funds and ETFs start to come up. However, there’s only one investment that always pays off.
How Dentists Can Start Their Own Practice While Repaying Student Loans
The key to successfully starting a dental practice is to plan for it. That means saving up, optimizing your credit score, and making yourself attractive to lenders so that when it comes time to take out a dental practice loan you will easily be approved.
Should You Lease or Buy a Space For Your Start-Up Dental Practice
One of the most common questions among dentists who want to start their own practice is whether to buy or lease a commercial property. Through in-depth analysis, it was concluded that buying commercial property is the better option if you plan on staying in the same location for 7 or more years.
Retirement Planning for Young Professionals in 2020
It is never too early to start saving towards retirement. A main focus for many of us this year will be our money management and long term goals i.e retirement planning. It is very important o have some knowledge of compounding interest to fully understand the benefits of starting early. In this post I will cover some basics of retirement planning and hopefully compel every young professional to start saving towards retirement (if you haven’t already).
Steps To Opening Your New Dental Practice
There are many factors involved in opening your own dental office which can be both confusing and overwhelming. Knowing the correct steps to take can help you save a lot of time and money and keep you on track to starting your dream dental practice.
How To Smash Your Goals in 2020
As we optimistically set out to achieve great things at the beginning of the year, we must break our goals down into small manageable, attainable and realistic ones. Setting new year resolutions has been a long time tradition but did you know that statistics show that only about 10% of people actually stick to their new year resolutions past the month of January?
10 Side Hustle Ideas for Young Professionals
The ever increasing cost of living and educational tuition has given rise to hefty student loan debt for many new graduates. It is evident that we must become more financially aware and create more avenues to improve our financial stability. One term that has gained a lot of notoriety lately is the “side hustle”. Everyone seems to have one or are trying to figure out a way to get one.
Structuring Office Hours Around The Holidays
Every year in our offices there seems to be this age old debate on holiday hours. Practice owners can get tunnel vision where we end up focusing on dollars and cents and “bottom lines.” We get a little hung up on how much we think we will be “losing” if we close the office on certain days. While office closure can affect our bottom line, with proper planning we can figure out ways to work around that issue and make it so the bottom line isn’t affected at all.
The Right Time For Your Child To See An Orthodontist
Most people think that the best time to have their child see an Orthodontist is during the pre-teen and teenage years. However, there are good reasons to have your child get an orthodontic evaluation a lot sooner.
Risewell: A Fluoride-Free Solution To Oral Care
I love finding products that I feel comfortable recommending to my patients and that I can get behind! Recently, quite a number of my patients have been inquiring about natural dental products that are free of fluoride and some of the other popular (and sometimes toxic) ingredients that we have come to expect to be in our products.