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September 14, 2026

Renting to Section 8 Tenants: The Real Pros and Cons From 6 Years of Experience

After 6 years and a portfolio that’s roughly one-third Section 8, here’s what I’ve learned.

August 20, 2026

How I Upgraded My Financial Plan From Tracking Net Worth to Understanding My Financial Future

Translating my spreadsheet into a real-time financial dashboard

August 19, 2026

Appreciation Is Not Created Equal: How Physician Real Estate Investors Should Think

Why I underwrite for cash flow and forced appreciation, and treat market appreciation as a bonus.

August 14, 2026

The 5 Ways Debt Quietly Destroys Your Ability to Build Wealth as a Doctor

From student loans to car payments, debt can drain future investment growth, fuel lifestyle inflation, and limit flexibility.

August 7, 2026

Am I No Longer in My Prudent Era?

After paying off debt and building a solid net worth, I’m learning that prudence can mean spending more intentionally.

July 20, 2026

Why I Prefer Cash-on-Cash Return over Capitalization Rates

Cap rate helps value a property, but cash-on-cash return tells me how hard my actual investment is working.

July 17, 2026

Demystifying the 1031 Exchange: Should Doctors Use a 1031 Exchange?

How real estate investors can defer capital gains, keep more equity invested, and strategically upgrade their portfolios.

July 16, 2026

I’m $823,000 Ahead of My Expected Net Worth. Here’s Why

I started more than $400,000 in the hole. Here is what changed.

June 29, 2026

What Doctors Should Know Before Becoming a “Limited Partner”

Private investments can offer access and diversification, but being a limited partner means understanding who controls the deal, how sponsors get paid, and where your

June 24, 2026

Should Doctors Hold Appreciated Assets Until Death?

Step-up in basis is one of the most powerful and misunderstood wealth transfer rules.