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In this episode, Tommy Perkins and Dr. Tony Goldstone discuss the complexities of NHS pensions, particularly focusing on the punitive annual allowance tax bills that many healthcare professionals face. Dr. Goldstone introduces a new web-based tool designed to help individuals calculate and predict their pension growth and tax liabilities. The conversation delves into the structure of NHS pensions, the challenges of understanding annual allowances, and the importance of accurate data in financial planning. The episode also highlights various tax traps that can affect take-home pay and emphasises the need for proactive management of pension-related issues.

 

00:00 Understanding NHS Pension Challenges 07:38 Introducing the New Pension Tool 15:16 Navigating Complex Pension Scenarios 23:44 Navigating Tax Charges and Scheme Pays 30:59 Understanding the 100K Tax Trap 37:44 Addressing Employer Errors and Back Pay 43:45 Revisiting Scheme Pays and Individual Circumstances

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In this episode of the Medics' Money Podcast, hosts Dr. Tommy Perkins is joined by series veteran Ian Crompton to discuss crucial financial advice for medical professionals. They delve into common financial mistakes that doctors and dentists should avoid, including nuances related to valuations, types of finance, ownership issues, and succession planning. With Ian's extensive experience as an independent broker and consultant working with GPs, the conversation highlights the importance of getting expert advice to navigate the complexities of financial decisions in the healthcare sector. Tune in to learn how to make informed financial choices to ensure long-term success and stability.
 
00:00 Introduction to Medics Money Podcast
 
01:20 Welcoming Back Ian Crompton
 
02:04 Top Tips and Common Mistakes
 
05:03 Valuations and Financial Considerations
 
11:23 Understanding Different Types of Finance
 
16:04 Ownership Issues and Succession Planning
 
22:41 Hand Me Down Loans and Inheritance Loans
 
31:15 Summary and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Medics' Money podcast, the team discusses their 2025 financial resolutions and sets new ones for 2026. With contributions from Dr. Tommy Perkins, Andy Pow, Dr. Ed Cantelo, Matthew, and Dr Cyra Mackintosh, they reflect on their successes and challenges over the past year. Andy shares the success of starting a new business, while Cyra discusses the challenges of maintaining savings and planning for a new baby. Dr. Tommy Perkins talks about his physical recovery, despite not meeting his resolution fully. The episode also delves into the importance of ethical investing and accurately managing pension records, offering valuable insights and advice for doctors and other professionals looking to improve their financial well-being in the coming year. The podcast ends with a reminder of upcoming live events in January to help structure and improve finances for 2026. 00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Events

00:51 Team Introductions and 2025 Resolutions Recap

02:25 Tommy's 2025 Resolution and Future Plans

07:57 Andy's 2025 Resolution and New Business

10:51 Cyra's 2025 Resolution and Personal Updates

13:48 Matthew's 2025 Resolution and Financial Plans

15:51 Ed's 2025 Resolution and Pension Focus

22:47 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Live Sessions

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In the penultimate episode of the Medics' Money Podcast for 2025, hosts Dr. Tommy Perkins and Dr. Ed Cantelo, along with team members Cyra, Andy, and Matthew, celebrate a successful year and engage in their annual end-of-year quiz. The quiz features a mix of questions about the team, financial achievements, and UK tax trivia, exploring topics like fiscal drag, VAT rates, and historical taxes. The team recalls their best moments of 2025, including record numbers of doctors assisted and popular YouTube videos. They also discuss significant changes in ISA limits set for April 2027. The episode wraps up with a thank you to their listeners for their continued support, along with wishes for a happy holiday season.

00:00 Welcome to the Medics' Money End of Year Quiz!

00:31 Meet the Team

02:28 Quiz Round 1: Medics Money Achievements

10:15 Quiz Round 2: Pet-Themed Fun

14:41 Quiz Round 3: Fiscal Drag and Finances

20:01 Reflecting on Fiscal Drag and Inflation

20:40 Investing in 2025: Navigating AI Bubbles and Market Volatility

23:36 Understanding Stock Market Volatility

26:33 ISA Limits and Government Policies

31:55 Tax Trivia: Unusual Historical Taxes

35:20 VAT Rates and Peculiarities

38:09 HMRC Excuses and Tax Return Deadlines

40:39 Wrapping Up: Medics' Money's Year in Review

In this episode of the Medics Money podcast, Tommy interviews Angus Perry, a GP with a passion for integrating technology and lifestyle medicine into healthcare. Angus discusses his journey from being a GP to founding GeneralPractice.ai, a platform designed to create personalised management plans for chronic conditions and promote lifestyle changes. The conversation explores the challenges of implementing lifestyle medicine in a time-constrained environment, the importance of patient engagement, and the role of technology in modern healthcare. Angus shares insights on building a minimal viable product, the significance of passion in entrepreneurial endeavours, and offers advice for young clinicians looking to future-proof their careers in an evolving medical landscape.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Angus Perry and His Journey 02:32 The Importance of Lifestyle Medicine in General Practice 05:23 Challenges in Implementing Lifestyle Changes 08:05 Building a Solution: GeneralPractice.ai 10:45 The Mechanics of Creating a Health Tech Startup 13:38 How GeneralPractice.ai Works for Patients and Clinicians 16:26 The Role of Gamification in Health Management 18:59 Advice for Young Doctors and Future Trends in Medicine