Tag: money
Applications Open for Dr. Stephanie Kirschbaum Living in Purpose Program
VSP Vision™ announced the launch of the inaugural Dr. Stephanie Kirschbaum Living in Purpose Program, a new initiative designed to empower doctors to make...
Deadline for VSP Vision Innovation Challenge is Dec. 14
VSP Vision™ announced the launch of the 2026 VSP Vision Innovation Challenge, a worldwide call for visionary solutions that elevate the eye care experience and empower...
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...
VSP Vision and Vision One Credit Union Launch New Loan Program...
As part of its ongoing efforts to support private practice optometry, VSP Vision™ announced a robust new program with Vision One Credit Union, offering a variety of loan options for...
The AOA Foundation Announces New Silhouette Scholarship
The AOA Foundation announced the launch of a new scholarship in partnership with The Silhouette Group. The Silhouette Scholarship is available to one second...
How Student Loan Reforms Could Impact Optometry Education
Students entering optometry school in academic year 2026-2027 will face a new limitation, as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. As part...
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...
