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November 2, 2025

Sorta Random Sunday: Why Jump Through all the Hoops?

What do all the “hoops” to jump through in life actually measure?

October 31, 2025

When Will I Truly Reach FIRE?

After 5 years on the path, I ran the numbers…

October 30, 2025

The Case for GSI Disability Insurance, Even if you’re Perfectly Healthy

GSI isn’t a backup plan. It’s often the best first choice for residents and fellows.

October 29, 2025

The P/E Ratio: Financial Signal or Just Noise?

Here’s how to interpret one of Wall Street’s favorite numbers, without letting it derail your investing plan.

October 27, 2025

The 1/3 Rule That Helped Me Build Wealth Fast

It started as a shortcut. It turned into the foundation of how I built lasting wealth.

October 26, 2025

Sorta Random Sunday: 5 Life Lessons I've Learned Being a New York Jets Fan

What a winless football team taught me about success, failure, and patience.

October 24, 2025

Medicare 2026 Fee Schedule Shakeup: What It Means for Doctor Pay

Only one thing is certain—change is on the horizon.

October 22, 2025

Bad Loans & Regional Banks: Omen of a Market Crash or Blip in the Road?

Last week, a funny thing happened in the stock market. A couple of regional banks, Zions and Western Alliance to be specific, reported some bad

October 20, 2025

5 Important Wealth Building Strategies for Late Career Doctors

Doctors are high income earners, by definition. But we are often not high net worth individuals. So why doesn't high income always convert to wealth?

October 19, 2025

Action & Time

Sorta Random Sunday: The Time Action Paradox

October 17, 2025

The most dangerous place for your wallet isn’t Wall Street, it’s the doctors’ lounge.

Financial myths spread faster than gossip between cases. Let’s set the record straight.

October 15, 2025

Forget “Risk Tolerance.” You Need an Investing Margin for Error.

Most doctors assess risk in a vacuum. Here’s a more practical way to make sure your investing plan actually gets you to financial freedom.

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