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The Augusta Rule: A Tax Deduction For Renting Your Home to Your Business
How business owners can rent their personal home to their business without paying federal income tax, but still take a deduction for expense
Should I Rent or Buy a House? Considerations for Physicians
How physicians should approach the decision of whether to rent or buy a home based on personal finances, local market, job situation, & more
How Many Hours a Week Do Doctors Work? Statistics by Specialty and Practice Environment
Statistics on how many hours a week doctors work on average, both by specialty & by practice environment, with both full time FTE & overall
Finance Goals for Residents and Fellows
Concrete finance goals that every resident & fellow should aim for during training to establish a solid financial foundation for the future
Red Flags When Interviewing at a Private Practice
Red flags to look for when interviewing for a job at a private practice that may suggest more questions are needed before signing a contract
Physician Locum Tenens Contract Agreements: Terms to Negotiate and Red Flags to Avoid
What physicians should negotiate in a locums contract when using a staffing agency or directly with a hospital system, & red flags to avoid
Average Number of Patients Seen Per Hour, By Physician Specialty
Insights into the average number of patients doctors see an hour by specialty & practice type, & impact on productivity based compensation
Do Doctors ‘Need’ Side Gigs?
Physicians don't need a side gig, but they offer extra income & revenue streams, tax benefits, career flexibility, & leverage in negotiation
Short-Term Disability Insurance Policies: What to Know When Deciding if You Need One
What short-term disability insurance policies cover, key features & exclusions, maternity leave, & when and how doctors should buy a plan
Attending a Health Tech or Industry Conference: A Physician’s Guide
How to plan ahead for your first health tech industry conference as a physician, & tips to make the most of networking to open opportunities
How Website Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Improves Private Practice and Business Marketing
What search engine optimization (SEO) is, & how it helps increase the search rankings of your private practice or side gig website content
Getting A Patent for Your Product Idea: A Step By Step Guide
When getting a patent to protect your intellectual property or idea makes sense, & what to know about the application process, fees, & more
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