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A repository of articles about things doctors didn't learn in medical school, covering side gigs, finances, the business of medicine, life in medicine, and more. These resources are intended to take a deeper dive into specific topics referenced in our educational pages.
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Choosing Your Asset Allocation When Investing in the Stock Market
Factors to consider when choosing your asset allocation between stocks, bonds, cash, & alternatives, accounting for age, risk tolerance, investment horizon, & goals
Choosing Which State’s 529 Plan is Best To Use
Choosing which state’s 529 is best to invest in for your situation, & how to pick based on tax benefits, flexibility, fees, investment options, restrictions, & perks
Differences in Investing in Venture Capital Funds vs. Angel Investments
What the difference is between investing in venture capital funds vs angel investments, & how to pick based on risk, exposure, & amount of money available to invest
What Is the Difference Between a ‘Regular’ CPA vs a Dedicated Tax Strategist?
Differences between the roles of a tax strategist vs a regular CPA, areas of overlap, & which is more appropriate for your situation based on needs, costs, & ROI
Would I Benefit From Using a Tax Strategist?
How to determine whether the benefits of using a tax strategist over a regular accountant are worth it for high-income earners like physicians based on the situation
How to Choose the Best Life Insurance Company and Policy
How to decide between the many life insurance companies offering you a policy and choose the right one based on cost, reputation, and best fit with your needs
Should I Hire My Spouse and Pay Them from My Business or Side Gig Income?
Why hiring your spouse from your business or side income may not make sense, why it is unlikely to decrease how much you pay in taxes, and retirement considerations
Donor Advised Funds for Charitable Giving: Pros, Cons, Taxes, and More
Why using a donor advised fund for your charitable giving may be tax-advantaged, how to set up & maintain one, related rules, & how it differs from a foundation
Should You Refinance Your Medical School Loans?
Pros and cons of refinancing your medical school loans to lower the interest rate & repayment costs, & how to decide if it makes sense to pay off debt or pursue PSLF
The VC Fund Life Cycle: Understanding the Stages of Venture Capital Investments
Life cycle of a venture capital (VC) fund, including fundraising, picking investments, supporting companies, & final distributions of money back to investors at exit
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