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100% FREE PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS CHECKLIST FOR PHYSICIANS

PSLF Hacks: The Ultimate Checklist
to Do PSLF the Right Way—Without Costly Mistakes

Step-by-step checklist reveals every move you must make to qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness as a physician—without the confusion, overwhelm, or guesswork.

Step-by-step checklist reveals:

  • Every step you must take to qualify for PSLF without making critical mistakes as a physician.
  • Exclusive limited-time bonuses, including the PSLF 60-min Masterclass & PSLF Master Dashboard.
  • The exact framework we use with clients so you can pursue PSLF confidently and stay organized from start to finish.

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What you’ll learn

Here’s What You’ll Discover Inside the PSLF Hacks Checklist

Dear Physician,

Qualifying for Public Service Loan Forgiveness can be much easier than you think. Many physicians simply don’t know the correct steps to take—which can make the process take longer than it should or, worse, cause them to miss out on forgiveness altogether.

That’s exactly why we created this checklist for you—to give you a clear, simple path forward.

  • 5 simple steps to achieve Public Service Loan Forgiveness comfortably, confidently, and on time. These strategies can help you save more money over the years than you ever thought possible.
  • How to say goodbye to PSLF uncertainty, confusion, and overwhelm. We took the key information from StudentAid.gov and condensed it into a step-by-step checklist so you don’t have to worry about information paralysis.
  • What you should never do when trying to qualify for PSLF. We’ll share battle-tested strategies we’ve used with clients, plus pro tips from a physician who had their loans forgiven.
  • How to avoid critical mistakes that could cost you. Even one mistake per year could mean an extra 10+ months of unnecessary payments—learn how to do it right the first time.
What’s inside

Here’s What You Get When You Download PSLF Hacks

Core Checklist

PSLF Hacks Checklist

  • A simple, physician-friendly checklist that walks you through the PSLF process from where you are now to forgiveness.
  • Clear prompts to confirm qualifying employment, repayment plan, and loan types—so you’re not guessing.
  • Built to pair with the PSLF Help Tool and StudentAid.gov, not replace them—so you stay aligned with official guidance.
Exclusive bonuses

Two Free PSLF Support Tools

  • PSLF Master Dashboard: never struggle to stay organized or on track again. Track qualifying payments, employment, and next steps in one place.
  • PSLF 60-Min Masterclass Recording: walk step-by-step through the checklist with financial advisors Jeff McPherson, CFP® & James Nutter from IM Wealth.
  • Use both alongside your existing loan servicer and StudentAid.gov tools to keep your PSLF journey clear and on track.
Who it’s for

Is the PSLF Hacks Checklist Right for You?

This is especially helpful if:

  • You’re a physician working for a qualifying employer and want to make sure your PSLF path is on track.
  • You feel unsure about the “fine print” and want a simple roadmap to follow.
  • You’ve seen conflicting advice online and want a framework that plays nicely with official PSLF rules.
  • You’d like to organize your PSLF journey alongside a broader financial plan, not in a silo.

What this is (and isn’t):

  • Is: a practical, physician-focused checklist and dashboard to help you stay organized and avoid common pitfalls.
  • Isn’t: a replacement for StudentAid.gov, the PSLF Help Tool, or official communication from your loan servicer.
  • Is: a tool to help you ask better questions, make better decisions, and feel more confident along the way.
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“Start early and ask questions and learn along with your advisor. Jeff has been a great financial sounding board, teacher, friend and advisor.”

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Download the free PSLF Hacks Checklist, PSLF Master Dashboard, and 60-minute PSLF Masterclass so you can stop second-guessing your path to forgiveness and start moving forward with clarity.

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IM Wealth does not guarantee and will not be held responsible if your loans are not forgiven; that is determined by StudentAid.gov and the U.S. Department of Education. This checklist is a framework we believe to be a helpful path to PSLF success based on our findings as of November 2023. PSLF rules and programs can change at any time. We do not recommend relying solely on PSLF for your student loan success.

For questions about creating a contingency plan or integrating PSLF into your broader financial strategy, consider scheduling a Financial Wellness Diagnostic with an advisor from IM Wealth.

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