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EPISODE · Jan 21, 2026 · 31 MIN

Buying Too Much House? Derailing Doctor’s Finances

from Money Meets Medicine · host Dr. Jimmy Turner, Justin Harvey CFP

In this episode of Money Meets Medicine, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey explore the financial and emotional complexities of home buying for physicians after training. They discuss the trade-offs between purchasing move-in-ready homes versus fixer-uppers, managing renovation costs, and understanding return on investment. The hosts emphasize the importance of aligning home-buying decisions with personal values, long-term financial planning, and cash flow realities. They share practical strategies for financing renovations and highlight that homeownership is as much about emotional well-being and lifestyle fit as it is about financial calculations.Check out Medical Degree Financial University: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/MDFUEvery doctor needs own-occupation disability insurance.  Get it from a source you can trust: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/disability Want a free copy of The Physician Philosopher’s Guide to Personal Finance?  Snag your copy here: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/freebook Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Move-in ready turnkey purchase? Or the "almost perfect" house with a fixer upper part or two?

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