Tag: finance
When is the Right Time to Refinance?
By Natalie Hayes Schmook, MBA, CFP, CVA, Hayes Wealth Advisors
With mortgage rates dropping, I’m getting asked if now is a good time to refinance....
The Vision Council Advocates Against Expanded Tariffs on Optical Products and...
The Vision Council, the national trade association representing manufacturers, suppliers and retailers in the optical industry, has submitted formal comments to the U.S. Department...
2026 Golden Opportunity Award Applications Now Open
The AOA Foundation—Optometry Cares® and PERC Alliance have announced the third annual Golden Opportunity Award, an initiative honoring the legacy of Dr. David Golden...
Over 50? Be Prepared for This 401k Change Next Year
By Natalie Hayes Schmook, MBA, CFP, CVA, Hayes Wealth Advisors
The SECURE 2.0 Act had a lot of ambitious provisions for retirement plans to include...
2025 Income Study Reveals a Persistent Gender Pay Gap Among Optometrists
According to the 2025 Income Study conducted by Jobson Optical Research, a significant pay gap between male and female optometrists remains. The analysis is...
A Six-Figure Revenue Gap and the Billing Solution That Closed It
Acquiring a new practice is rarely easy. Not only is there a lot for a new owner to learn, but there may also be...
Taxes Are Filed—Here Are Two Things You Should Review
By Natalie Hayes Schmook, MBA, CFP, CVA, Hayes Wealth Advisors
For most of America taxes were due by May 1, so hopefully you are filed...
Billing and Coding for Allergies
By Gabbi Gifford, CPC, CDEO, CPMA, CRC, philomathcoding.com
With spring comes beautiful blooms, the buzz of bees and, of course, allergens. An increase in patients...
Reciprocal Tariffs Could Raise Costs
The Vision Council is closely monitoring the newly imposed reciprocal tariffs and their potential impact on the vision and optical industry. These tariffs increase...
Changes & Challenges: The Evolving Optometric Workforce
Just released! Changes & Challenges: The Evolving Optometric Workforce looks at the evolution of the optometric workforce and the trends that will shape it...
