Dr. Christa McKinley and Ranae Bart bring deep connections to the veterinary industry, which strengthens their role as financial advisors for those in the field. Injury? Illness? Job changes? Life happens—so how do you protect yourself? They stress the importance of understanding benefits, retirement planning, and making the most of every dollar.

In today’s episode, they share real stories from clients facing a range of life’s challenges and how they helped guide them toward financial wellness.

With firsthand insight into the struggles and stress points of veterinary life, this team helps create financial peace of mind. From life insurance and disability to long-term care, investments, and full practice benefit planning—Dr. Christa and Ranae cover it all.

Often, the biggest hurdle is simply the fear of getting started.

Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM). Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS) (investment brokerage services), a registered investment adviser, broker-dealer, and member of FINRA and SIPC, and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company® (NMWMC) (investment advisory and trust services), a federal savings bank. NM and its subsidiaries are in Milwaukee, WI.

The products and services referenced are offered and sold only by appropriately appointed and licensed entities and financial advisors and representatives. Financial advisors, representatives and their staff might not represent all entities shown or provide all the products or services discussed.

The case scenarios discussed contain information regarding Northwestern Mutual clients, their personal financial needs and how Northwestern Mutual met their needs. The personal financial needs and results of the clients shown may not be representative of the experience of other clients. Also, working with a Northwestern Mutual financial representative or any other financial services provider is not a guarantee as to future investment success.

What’s Inside:

• Supporting financial wellness in the vet med industry.
• Understanding benefit packages as an employee and employer.
• Protecting yourself in the face of life's challenges.
• Maximizing the value of every hard-earned dollar.

Mentioned In This Episode:

Northwestern Mutual
Ranae.bart@nm.com
Ranae on LinkedIn
Ranae Bart on Northwestern Mutual
christa.mckinley@nm.com
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