CRNA Advisors Library
At CRNA Advisors, we make it our mission to provide expert knowledge affecting CRNAs and other investors today. Putting you at the forefront of the financial industry, the blog posts found here give in-depth information to help you make wise financial decisions.
Consider all these posts “CRNA Knowledge and Insight.”
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How To Save For Retirement As A Freelancer
According to a 2009 study, around 14% of CRNAs worked as freelancers or independent contractors. However, there’s no doubt that number has increased in the last few years as freelancing across numerous industries is on the rise.
5 Factors That Can Derail A CRNA’s Retirement
As a CRNA, you’ve worked hard in your career to, hopefully, experience a comfortable retirement. Regardless of your definition of wealth, you want to protect your hard-earned money and enjoy the fruits of your labor.
Does A Fiduciary Advisor Deliver More In Value Than They Cost?
Even for high-income earners like CRNAs, many people don’t work with a financial advisor because they assume it will cost a lot of money for advice they can find on the Internet. Why pay for something you may be able to do on your own?
Why This Works Better Than The 4% Rule For Retirees
Determining how much money you’ll need to save now and then withdraw each year in retirement can be one of the most overwhelming elements of retirement planning. There are countless theories and strategies to most appropriately estimate how much money you’ll need in retirement and how much you can spend each year.
Could You Benefit From The 50/30/20 Budget?
What’s your definition of following a budget? For some, it’s simply paying the bills, while for others it’s not surpassing a certain dollar amount each month in spending. In fact, only one in three people prepare a detailed household budget.
How To Retire At 65: 4 Retirement Decisions You’ll Need To Make
As a CRNA, you’ve worked hard throughout your schooling and career. When time flies, you may not even realize that retirement is right around the corner. While some CRNAs may choose to work longer or freelance in their 60s, others want to achieve the retirement dream at age 65.
New Report: CRNA Salaries Vary Widely Across United States (Graphic)
Did you know that CRNAs make on average twice as much in Montana as they do in Arizona? The US Census Bureau recently released their data for CRNA wages throughout the country. As it turns out, wages vary quite a bit from state to state. While the average CRNA salary nationwide is about $160,000, Montana topped the list at $243,550! How does your state compare? Check out our graphic to learn more!
Five Things To Do If You’re A CRNA Within Ten Years Of Retirement
As we get older, life seems to pass by faster than ever, especially for CRNAs with busy work schedules. You may be amazed to realize that retirement is just a decade away. If you’re approaching the ten year countdown, consider taking these five actions to help you prepare for a smoother transition.
The CRNA Investor’s Guide: Avoiding The Three Biggest Mistakes
CRNAs tend to receive some of the best education and training in the world. However, many may be at a disadvantage when it comes to personal financial management because their schooling doesn’t equip them with the tools required for a lifetime of managing their family’s financial well-being.
Should You Become A CRNA Freelancer?
What are the differences between a CRNA who works as a W-2 employee and one who is a 1099 contractor or freelancer? Both work arrangements have their unique challenges and advantages.
The Tax Man Is Coming: Do You Have A Tax Minimization Strategy In Place?
Benjamin Franklin famously noted, “In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Taxes are an inevitability of life, but with complicated and confusing laws and codes, many CRNAs don’t have the time to proactively work to legally minimize their taxes, and most don’t realize the types of exemptions or strategies for which they may be qualified.
Are We Right For You?
If you haven’t visited our site before or are reading our blog for the first time, you might be wondering if our services are right for you. We want to provide you some more information on who we are, what we offer, and who we serve, to help you determine if CRNA Financial Planning® is the right firm for you!
Exclusive Excerpt From Our New Book (Plus Free CE Credit!)
As mentioned in our last blog post, I am so happy to have released my second book, A CRNA’s Life After Anesthesia. I hope it helps demystify many of the questions and hurdles you, as a CRNA, may face as you approach retirement.
Our New Book For CRNAs Is Here!
Along with the financial planning aspects of my job, I’ve always been passionate about education. Just as an in-depth education is critical for CRNAs in their practice of anesthesia, education is equally important as they plan for their financial future and retirement.
Couples Retiring On The Same Page
Agreeing about what you want from retirement is crucial.
A CRNA's Life After Anesthesia
A CRNA’s Life After Anesthesia begins by describing the current career landscape for CRNAs. Recent healthcare policies and population shifts have resulted in significant changes to the medical industry. It is important to understand how these changes can impact your future.
5 Mistakes That Can Reduce A CRNAs Social Security Check
Many affluent investors, such as CRNAs, have not thoroughly contemplated how their Social Security benefits will affect their overall financial plan. In fact, countless high-income earners don’t think they will benefit from it.
Do Our Biases Inhibit Our Retirement Savings Efforts?
Two major biases can impact our saving & investment decisions. Present bias occurs when we value the present over the future.
How CRNAs Can Pursue Financial Freedom in Retirement
You probably see headlines about retirement planning on every website and newspaper you read. Many of them all share one common tip: start as early as possible. Your accumulation years are the most important, as they set the tone and lifestyle standards for the rest of your life.