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January 2, 2026

Your 9-Step Financial Checklist for the New Year

A simple, physician-focused reset to build wealth and stay on track in 2026.

December 29, 2025

Interest Rate vs. APR: A Simple Finance Lesson

A small but mighty distinction worthy understanding once and for all.

December 8, 2025

Scarcity vs. Abundance: The mindset shift that changes everything for physicians

A practical mindset algorithm to help physicians create margin, invest smarter, and reduce financial stress.

December 3, 2025

Real Estate Depreciation: The Powerful Yet Misunderstood Tool for Investors

Real estate is an incredible investment vehicle for so many reasons (cash flow, appreciation, leverage) but one of its most underappreciated superpowers is depreciation. It’s

November 28, 2025

I Hate Using Credit Cards (And Don’t @ Me About Points!)

Credit cards look harmless, until you see the real cost behind the perks.

November 21, 2025

The OBBB Loan Overhaul: A Doctor’s Guide to What’s Changing

Clear explanations of how the new rules impact med students, residents, and attendings.

November 19, 2025

The First 7 Steps I Recommend When Doctors Feel Stuck

If money feels heavy or confusing, start here.

November 14, 2025

50 Year Mortgages: The Worst Financial Idea Ever?

More debt, more interest, less wealth. Let’s break down the math.

November 10, 2025

Should you invest or pay off debt first?

Here’s how I weigh the math, emotion, and behavior behind the decision.

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.