Student Loan Planner With Sim Terwilliger

The Power of Peacefulness and Stress Relief With Dr Sharon McLaughlin

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Student Loan Repayment Tips for Physicians

Sim Terwilliger, a certified financial planner specializing in physicians and their families.

The focus of the episode is on common mistakes physicians make when repaying student loans.

Segment 1: The Three Most Common Mistakes:

1. Repaying Without Exploring Options:

   • Sim highlights the misconception of the one-size-fits-all approach to repaying student loans.
   • Discusses alternatives like Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and income-driven repayment plans based on the type of employment.

2. Not Knowing Forgiveness Options:

   • Explores forgiveness options such as PSLF and income-driven repayment plans.
   • Mentions the special Income Driven Repayment (IDR) waiver that's expiring soon and its benefits, including counting forbearance periods as qualifying payments.

3. Letting Loans Dictate Life Choices:

   • Talks about the impact of student loans on life choices, including home ownership.
   • Mentions the doctor's mortgage as an option for physicians to enter the housing market with a lower down payment.
   • Introduces the SAVE plan and its benefits, emphasizing the importance of not letting loans control life decisions.

Segment 2: Repaying Too Early:

• Discussion on the concept of repaying too early and the importance of aligning repayment strategies with individual financial goals.
• Sim emphasizes the need to consider interest rates, time value of money, and the potential benefits of investing instead of aggressive early repayment.

Segment 3: Additional Mistakes and Advice:

• Sim discusses the mistake of not being aware of rule changes regarding loan forgiveness.
• Highlights the case of a physician who could have qualified for forgiveness but was unaware of recent changes.
• Encourages physicians to stay informed and take advantage of available resources for student loan education.

Segment 4: Empowering Women in Business:

• Sim shares advice for women in business and entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of charging what they're worth.
• Addresses the tendency for women to downplay their value and encourages them to be assertive in negotiations.

Closing:

• Sim provides information on accessing free resources and encourages listeners to visit studentloanplanner.com for consultations, offering a special discount for the podcast audience until the December deadline.

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Dr. Sharon McLaughlin, a physician and virtual speaker, specializes in addressing topics such as confidence, communication, and career development.

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