BUILDING AND MANAGING WEALTH AS AN EQUINE PRACTITIONER
notable performance through inflationary periods of record. Veterinary practices are also historically resil- ient during times of economic hardship. Costs associ- ated with construction and other products can come down during times of recession and therefore, while it may seem counterintuitive, recessions can be a good time to expand one’s practice.
Summary/Action Items
Buildingwealth outside of a veterinary practice requires a diligent, systematic, and organized approach. Having a clear plan requires the knowledge of both where one’s wealth stands today and where it is to go. Once a clear plan is created, consistently keeping score will confirm whether progress is being made or expose areas that need to be adjusted.Wealth growth and stewardship is
a life-long process and, done well, will create a legacy thatwill provide benefits for generations to come.
Acknowledgments
Declaration of Ethics The Author has adhered to the Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics of theAVMA.
Conflict of Interest
John Chalk, Jr., JD, CPA, CFP® owns the registered investment advisory firm Trinity Portfolio Advisors, LLC. Based in Southlake, Texas, Trinity Portfolio Advisors, LLC is a paid consultant to owners of veteri- nary practices. The Author has no conflicts of interest in this presentation.