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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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Taxes

How Tax Loss Harvesting Works: A Guide for Physicians

How strategic tax loss harvesting can benefit physicians with capital gains, when to do it and how, wash sale rules, swap partners, and more

Personal Finance

Types of Permanent Life Insurance, Including Whole, Universal, and Variable Policies

How types of permanent life insurance compare to term, including whole, universal, and variable policies, and pros and cons of cash value.

Personal Finance

Superfunding a 529 Plan

Superfunding a 529 plan can be a good idea for physicians looking to save more for college, but you should consider the pros and cons.

Personal Finance

Revocable Trust vs. Irrevocable Trust: What Doctors Need to Know

How doctors should choose between revocable vs irrevocable trusts, with pros & cons for flexibility, estate planning, and asset protection.

Personal Finance

Selling a House For Sale By Owner (FSBO)

Process of selling a house for sale by owner instead of through a real estate agent, with pros & cons of FSBO & physician specific tips.

Personal Finance

Recasting a Mortgage: Differences versus Refinancing and When It’s Appropriate

What physicians should know about recasting a mortgage, how it differs from refinancing, what situations it's appropriate for, & pros & cons

Personal Finance

High Yield Savings Accounts (HYSA) and High Yield Cash Accounts for Physicians: Best Uses and Options

How high yield savings accounts (HYSA) and cash accounts should be used by physicians, how to choose the best one, pros and cons, and more

Personal Finance

Do Physicians Need to Buy Their Own Disability Insurance Policy if They Have an Employer Sponsored Plan?

Physicians should always have their own DI policy, but can stack it with an employer disability insurance plan for additional protection.

Personal Finance

The Roth IRA: Why Doctors (Especially Residents and Fellows) Should Consider Contributing When Eligible

The basics of the Roth IRA retirement account for doctors, including which physicians should and can use one, contribution limits, and more.

Personal Finance

Umbrella Insurance for Physicians: What You Need To Know

Umbrella insurance is an essential part of a physician's asset protection strategy. We go over what it covers, when to buy a policy, & cost.

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