Life insurance policies are a critical element of a family’s financial plan. Selecting the right policy ensures your family’s well-being should the unexpected take place.

Graduating residents are tired of hearing it by now, but despite a good chance of having a greater income in the near future, this probably isn’t the time to trade in your used car for the keys to an expensive late-model vehicle. You want to be responsible, and that means thinking about how to spend wisely after residency.

As a new physician, how you manage your income is crucial in order to have a solid financial plan that is working for you. Decades ago, being a physician was much simpler; today, new physicians have to take on the rising costs of operating a practice plus the decreasing amounts of reimbursements from health insurance companies. So, how can you make the most of the income you are earning and avoid financial mistakes? Financial security starts by avoiding these five common financial pitfalls. Let us take a closer look at each one and the solution to circumvent it.

As a new physician, emotions run high. There's relief at having completed your residency, the anticipation of starting the next chapter of your life, and the feeling of dread surrounding the mound of debt you've accumulated.

As you know, a disability can happen to anyone. According to the Council for Disability Awareness, 1 in 4 of today’s 20-year olds will become disabled before they retire. In addition, statistics show that 1 in 8 workers will be disabled for five years or more during their working careers. With statistics like these, it’s pretty hard to turn your back on disability insurance.

The truth is, having a disability will inhibit you from living your life the way you want to and from earning a living. As a physician, you have a high standard of living  and you want it to stay that way, which is why you’ve decided to buy disability insurance.   

Life insurance – you hear about it often, yet it still seems like a confusing topic. With so many products, solutions and varying opinions, it can be difficult to decide which type of life insurance will best suit your needs and protect your family if the unexpected happens. As a Texas physician, the two main types of life insurance you should familiarize yourself with are Term Life insurance and Permanent Life insurance. Below you will find must-know information regarding both types, in addition to each policy’s pros and cons. Keep this information handy when it comes times to purchase your policy.

On the mind of every Texas physician is the well-being of his or her family, especially regarding their health, health care and having the best coverage in place should it be needed. If you and your family are in need of health insurance but missed the open enrollment period window, which closed on January 1, 2016, know that not all hope is lost. You still have the opportunity to select a health insurance plan if you qualify under a series of life events. If one of these life events has occurred, you could enter a health insurance plan under a special enrollment period.

The status of physician brings along unique needs when it comes to the topic of personal insurance. Comparing insurance providers can help better protect you, your family and your practice, in addition to helping you choose the exact insurance necessary for your current life phase. For example, a single resident will have different insurance requirements than an established, married physician who has recently purchased a second home. In addition to unique needs, physicians also have limited time to deal with insurance matters. This is where the importance of finding a reputable insurance provider comes in.