This coming June 17th marks 2018’s Father’s Day- a national holiday to celebrate fathers and their contributions to their families. These occasions also provide a time of reflection on family and how to better plan for the future in order to protect yourself and them financially. A part of that... Read more →

Outliving a child is every parent’s worst nightmare. Imagine the grief of not only losing a child, but to violence, as was the case for this New Jersey mother. Unfortunately, her grief is now compounded by the additional financial and emotional strain of being forced to pay off her son’s... Read more →

As a part of a feature we're calling "Early Career Spotlight", we recently asked several early career physicians what wisdom they had for their peers when it comes to financial wellness. Here's what Elizabeth M. had to say: "Finances… personally I groan a little just thinking about money management, budgets,... Read more →

For most of us, the idea that we could become disabled due to an illness or injury seems pretty remote. But no matter how many times we tell ourselves, “It will never happen to me,” there’s no getting around the fact that it does happen—everyday—to people just like us. In... Read more →

This information is courtesy of SoFi, used with permission. It is intended exclusively for general information only. For more information on student loan refinancing, please visit SoFi.com/AAP. By Kevin Moss Credit scores play a large role in personal finance today. However, many people don’t really understand why or how they’re... Read more →

You spend years studying and thousands of dollars to help children with their physical and mental well-being. But have you taken the time to assess your own financial wellness? The Section on Pediatric Trainees (SOPT) and the Section on Early Career Physicians (SOECP) are pleased to promote the annual American... Read more →

IS GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE RIGHT FOR YOU? Most people envision fantastic futures for themselves and their family. But whether you're sending children to college, purchasing a new home or starting a business, your income is the engine that turns your aspirations into reality. What if you were to die?... Read more →

Do I need life insurance once I retire? Just because you’re retired doesn’t necessarily mean you’re financially sound. Think of all the different scenarios that may still be applicable: You may have been required to retire early; you may have had investments that have gone sour and haven’t had time... Read more →

If you’re like most of us, it wouldn’t take long for a serious disability or illness to take its toll on your family’s lifestyle and future security. Research shows that half of all working Americans couldn’t go a month without a paycheck before financial difficulties set in.1 That’s why group... Read more →

This March, people across the nation will celebrate Women’s History Month- a month long holiday celebrating the achievements and contributions of women throughout history across nearly every industry. One does not have to look far to see the influence women have had in medicine, politics, technology, literature and nearly every... Read more →