Today we talk to a doc who got a late start on his financial journey. He shares his experience of over inflating his life style for nearly 20 years after residency before having his financial awakening. He finally realized that if he ever wanted to retire he and his family would have to make some big changes. He talks about the struggle of deflating his lifestyle but the overall peace and happiness that has come from getting his financial ducks in a row. He shares his story in hopes to help inspire other late starters out there that it is not too late to change your habits and reach financial independence. Today’s episode is brought to us by SoFi. Right now, qualifying medical professionals can refinance their private student loans with an up to one percent rate discount. Still a resident? With SoFi Student Loan Refinancing, you could pay just a hundred dollars a month during your residency. And as a SoFi member, you’ll have access to a powerful set of tools, education, even financial planners, to help you not only save money, but help you get on the road to financial freedom. Check out their payment plans and interest rates at https://SOFI.com/WhiteCoatInvestor                                                       SoFi Student Loans are originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Additional terms and conditions may apply. NMLS 696891.  The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs for specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor channel is for you! Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter