VMD Staff

Use these tips provided by the AVMA to support a healthy lifestyle both at home and at your veterinary practice.

There are myriad recommendations for improving one’s mental health and well-being, but many of these suggestions have no data to back them up. Here are three proven interventions for improving your mental health.

Many practice owners know that bad reviews on online sites like Yelp can lead to business failure. But did you know that some negative reviews can be removed if requested? Here’s what to look for.

Tips and insight from business, financial and practice management experts.

Tips and insight from business, financial and practice management experts.

Between the cost of education and opening and operating your own practice, borrowing money is a necessary evil for most veterinarians. If you find yourself overwhelmed by credit card debt, these tips and trends may help you ease the burden.

Interest rates for federal student loans have increased yet again.

Remove the worry from repaying your student loan debt: Be defensive, plan wisely, allocate accordingly and pay attention.

Among the biggest financial challenges facing veterinarians is a lack of preparation — which often stems from a lack of knowledge.

Taking a trip but don’t want to leave your furry friend behind? In honor of National Pet Day, check out these pet-friendly hotels — and even a cruise line — that let your pet take that much-needed vacation with you.

Travel + Leisure’s list of the best affordable US cities might just give you the inspiration you need for your next getaway. Plentiful urban parks, free concerts, low-cost historic attractions, cheap and tasty eats, and good beer make these cities low in cost but high in fun.

Air travel can be taxing, to say the least, in part because of the airports you enter along your route. Depending on where your travels take you, however, you might be more than pleasantly surprised by your airport experience. Here we list some of the world’s best.

The Federal Reserve announced its decision to increase interest rates by a quarter of a point on Wednesday, putting an end to weeks of speculation. But how does this affect you as an investor and as a consumer? Here’s what experts say we can expect.

How much do you know about the buy-and-hold investing strategy, fixed-income options for retirement, asset-protection strategies, and cognitive bias in stock portfolios? Catch up with some of this month’s financial advice.

For most prospective clients, your website is their first glimpse into your practice. Beyond introducing you, your staff, and your facility, your website functions as a marketing tool, encouraging people to learn more and ultimately make an appointment.

Sure, your job title is veterinarian. After all, you do care for animals for a living. But what else do you do on any given day? These job titles also ring true to much of what you do every day.

Thinking of relocating? Before you make a move, you might want to consider the 9 countries where veterinarians enjoy the highest salaries.

Every loan is unique in its own way, and not every loan is right for every situation. Before jumping in, ask yourself these 5 questions to see what type of loan your business requires.

Many veterinarians dream of retiring early, but there are factors to consider before taking the plunge.

Some “investment” vehicles may not work as well as people might hope. Our advice, don’t bank on them for your future.

If you’re planning for your future, setting an actual date for your retirement may help.

The 10 least business-friendly states in 2017 have earned this designation because of their complex tax codes and high tax rates, according to the Tax Foundation.

If you’re frustrated and confused by your student loans, you’re not alone. We may not be able to help you pay back a mountain of loans, but we can help you make sure you stay on top of it.

If you break your long-term goals into shorter and more easily measurable increments, saving for retirement won’t seem quite so overwhelming.

Traveling this year? Here are the 7 best cities to visit in 2017.

Successfully putting all the pieces of your retirement plan together means monitoring a lot of moving parts over a long period of time.

Today, the success of your practice is inextricably linked its online reputation. So, what should you do if you’re faced with a negative review?

According to the Tax Foundation, the 10 most business-friendly states in 2017 all have one thing in common: they’ve done away with one or more major taxes.

What’s good vs. bad debt? Which type should be paid off quickly? Follow these easy tips to better manage your money.

If you’re not paying yourself first, you could be setting yourself up for failure in retirement.