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Doctors Building WealthIt All Starts with Belief: Breaking Through to Achieve the ImpossibleWhat if the only thing standing between you and achieving the impossible is your belief system?Many doctors and high-income professionals dream of financial freedom and creating a life on their terms, but limiting beliefs hold them back. They tell themselves real estate investing is too risky, or that partnerships never work, or that now just isn’t the right time.In this episode, Leti and Kenji challenge those self-imposed limitations and show you how shifting your mindset can be the key to unlocking your potential.BY THE TIME YOU FI...2025-02-0932 minDoctors Building WealthThe Power of Patterns in Real EstateAre you missing out on hidden opportunities in real estate?Many investors struggle to find cash-flowing properties, believing great deals are impossible in today’s market. But what if the key to success isn’t just luck—it’s recognizing and leveraging patterns?Most investors overlook one of the biggest wealth-building strategies: identifying hidden value.The difference between an average investor and a successful one often comes down to pattern recognition. Are you spotting undervalued properties, finding creative income streams, or simply following the crowd?The key to creat...2025-01-1220 minDoctors Building WealthExpand Your RelationshipsIn this episode of the Doctors Building Wealth podcast, Leti and Kenji tackle a topic that resonates with so many of us—how to expand and deepen relationships, even as life becomes busier and more demanding. Drawing from personal experiences and lessons from their community, they share actionable strategies for building meaningful connections that enrich your personal and professional life. Whether it’s hosting intentional dinner parties, fostering deeper conversations, or dedicating time to transformational experiences like conferences, Leti and Kenji highlight why nurturing relationships is one of the best investments you can make for your happiness and longevity. ...2025-01-1226 minDoctors Building WealthHow to Achieve Unconditional HappinessHow Happy Are You—Really? Do you believe happiness is something that happens to you—or something you create? Many high-achieving doctors and professionals tie their happiness to external circumstances, believing success, wealth, or reaching a goal will bring them lasting joy. But what if true, unconditional happiness isn't based on achievement at all? The truth is, happiness is a habit—one that you can cultivate, regardless of what's happening around you. In this episode, we share the mindset shifts and actionable tools you need to take control of your happiness. BY THE...2024-12-2923 minDoctors Building WealthTurning Knowledge into Action: Why Knowing Isn’t EnoughAre You Stuck in the "I Know This Already" Mindset? You’ve taken the courses, attended the seminars, and read the books—but are you actually applying what you’ve learned? One of the biggest mistakes high-achieving professionals make is assuming that knowing is the same as doing. The truth? Just knowing something isn’t enough. The real transformation comes when you internalize, apply, and master what you’ve learned. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: Why attending the same seminar multiple times can unlock deeper insights you missed befor...2024-12-1523 minDoctors Building WealthWhy Problems Are the Key to a Meaningful LifeAre problems really something to avoid, or could they be the key to living a meaningful life? Most people see problems as setbacks, sources of stress, or obstacles to success. But what if that mindset is holding you back? Reframing problems as opportunities can change everything—from your mindset to your success in real estate investing and beyond. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: Why avoiding problems might be keeping you stuck and how to shift your perspective The simple mindset shift that turns challenges into grow...2024-12-0126 minDoctors Building WealthUnlocking Entrepreneurial Success: Insights from Leading Physician Entrepreneurs with Dr. Peter Kim, Dr. Bonnie Koo, and Dr. Sunny SmithGet ready to be inspired and empowered in this special episode of Doctors Building Wealth, recorded live at the 2024 Fast FIRE to Freedom Summit! This dynamic panel features top physician entrepreneurs—Dr. Peter Kim (Passive Income MD), Dr. Bonnie Koo (Wealthy Mom MD), and Dr. Sunny Smith (Empowering Women Physicians)—sharing their unique paths from full-time clinical practice to building successful, impactful businesses.In this candid discussion, they dive into how adaptability and persistence were key to their entrepreneurial success, the pivotal decisions that shaped their journeys, and the importance of leveraging community and mentorship to navigate chal...2024-11-171h 01Doctors Building WealthThree Ways Doctors Can Lower or Eliminate Their Income Taxes with Real EstateAre you overpaying in taxes as a high-income earner? Many doctors and high-income professionals unknowingly miss out on powerful tax strategies that could help them reduce or even eliminate their income tax burden. Are you making the most of real estate tax benefits to keep more of your hard-earned money? If you're relying solely on your W-2 income, you’re leaving money on the table. Without the right strategies, you could be unnecessarily paying tens of thousands of dollars in taxes each year. But with the right approach, you can legally leverage real es...2024-11-1727 minDoctors Building WealthHow to Use Real Estate to Slash Your Tax Bill with Amanda Han and Matt MacFarland In this Doctors Building Wealth episode, we sit down with seasoned CPAs and real estate investors Amanda Hahn and Matt McFarland, the minds behind Keystone CPA, who share five powerful tax-saving strategies tailored for real estate investors. If you're a high-income professional, especially in medicine, looking to reduce your tax burden, this podcast episode is a must-listen. Amanda and Matt reveal practical, no-nonsense strategies—from structuring short-term rentals for optimal tax benefits and using LLCs effectively to paying your kids (yes, it’s legal!) to maximize deductions. Plus, they cover savvy approaches to leverage “lazy assets” like stocks a...2024-11-0345 minDoctors Building WealthIs Real Estate Still a Good Investment? J Scott's 2024 Market OutlookIn this episode of Doctors Building Wealth, we sit down with real estate expert J. Scott for a comprehensive look at the state of the economy and what it means for investors in today’s market. J. offers valuable insights into where the economy is headed, including his thoughts on potential recession risks, interest rate trends, and the future of single-family home values. As someone who’s syndicated over $140 million in real estate and hosts the Drunk Real Estate podcast, J. brings a wealth of knowledge, breaking down complex topics in a way that's both accessible and actionable. Wheth...2024-10-2051 minDoctors Building WealthHow to Use AI to Improve Your Real Estate Portfolio with Dr. Mark AllenIn this episode of Doctors Building Wealth, we’re thrilled to have Dr. Mark Allen, a physician, serial entrepreneur, and AI expert join us. Mark's not only a real estate investor, but he’s also been at the forefront of AI innovation for decades. Together, we explore how artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming both healthcare and real estate. Mark shares eye-opening insights on how AI is revolutionizing real estate, from supercharging market research to streamlining processes that save both time and money. He explains how investors can harness AI tools to make smarter, faster decisions—and why...2024-10-0533 minDoctors Building WealthWays to Shelter Income Without REPS with Amanda Han and Matt MacFarlandIn this episode of the Doctors Building Wealth podcast, we’re excited to welcome Amanda Hahn and Matthew McFarland, the dynamic duo behind Keystone CPA and bestselling authors. They’re here to share game-changing tax strategies for real estate investors—without relying on the short-term rental loophole or real estate professional status. Amanda and Matt reveal how you can use real estate to offset your W2, 1099, and business income, while maximizing depreciation and leveraging powerful tax advantages. Whether you're new to investing or already building your portfolio, this episode is loaded with practical, actionable tips that will help y...2024-09-2242 minDoctors Building WealthWhat's Going on with Insurance Rates? with Tyler KerleeIn this episode of the Doctors Building Wealth podcast, we sit down with Tyler Curly, owner of Path Insurance Solutions and our trusted insurance broker since 2015. Tyler joins us to explain key changes and challenges in today’s market. From the rising costs due to inflation and supply chain disruptions to severe weather events and the impact of “nuclear verdicts” on claims, Tyler shares invaluable insights into how these factors are driving up insurance rates across the country. Tyler also discusses critical strategies for real estate investors to protect their assets, including the importance of working with an exp...2024-09-0850 minDoctors Building WealthBringing the FIRE to Las Vegas: Join us at Prosperity Conference 2025!In this episode of the Doctors Building Wealth podcast, Leti and Kenji sit down with Dr. Narav Shah, a stroke neurologist and co-host of the Physician on Fire group. Together, they're partnering to cohost the 2025 Prosperity Conference in Las Vegas. In this episode, they discuss the significance of prosperity beyond just financial wealth. Dr. Shah shares his journey from being a neurologist to a tech entrepreneur and how his definition of prosperity evolved to encompass not only financial success but also health, relationships, and a sense of community. Together, they explore why true prosperity is a holistic...2024-08-2526 minDoctors Building WealthBest Real Estate Wealth-Building Ideas from the Past YearIn this episode of the Doctors Building Wealth podcast, Leti and Kenji unveil some of the most brilliant real estate wealth-building ideas that have emerged from our extraordinary investor community over the past year. With over 3,000 high-achieving and resourceful students who have completed their Zero to Freedom course, they’ve witnessed incredibly innovative approaches to real estate investing. These standout stories showcase how to significantly boost property values and cash flow. Tune in to discover the creative strategies that have empowered their community members to build substantial wealth. Don't miss this episode! __________________________________________________________ ...2024-07-1414 minDoctors Building WealthWhy Accountants Miss Real Estate DeductionsIn this episode of the Doctors Building Wealth podcast, Leti and Kenji dive into a common issue facing many real estate investors: why so many accountants miss critical real estate deductions. They reveal surprising insights from their own experiences and explain why specialization in real estate taxes is crucial for maximizing your tax savings. Join Leti and Kenji as they share stories of significant tax savings achieved by clients who switched to specialized CPAs and highlight the importance of proactive tax planning. They also touch on the complexities of real estate tax laws, the pitfalls of working...2024-06-3021 minDoctors Building WealthWealth-Building with Rod Khleif and How Mindset Fuels SuccessIn this episode of the Doctors Building Wealth podcast, Leti and Kenji interview Rod Khleif, a seasoned real estate investor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Rod shares his inspiring journey from humble beginnings as a Dutch immigrant to owning thousands of rental units and becoming a prominent figure in the real estate world. His story underscores the importance of mindset and psychology in achieving success, emphasizing that 80-90% of success comes from one's mindset, while only 10-20% is attributed to technical knowledge. Rod recounts the highs and lows of his career, including losing $50 million during the 2008 financial crisis and...2024-06-1631 minDoctors Building WealthBuilding Wealth with Hotel to Multi-family Conversion ProjectsIn this episode of the Doctors Building Wealth podcast, Leti and Kenji delve into an exciting and innovative investment strategy: converting hotels into multi-family housing. Over the past few years, they've explored this niche and discovered significant opportunities for forced appreciation, providing affordable housing, and capitalizing on the discounted prices of hotel properties. They'll discuss their journey, from almost investing in a student housing project in 2019 to becoming general partners in converting over 1,000 hotel doors into affordable housing units. Listen to discover the dual benefits of forced appreciation from both asset conversion and property upgrades, m...2024-05-1918 minDoctors Building WealthInnovating Rentals Across Borders with Sébastien Grosjean In our latest Doctors Building Wealth podcast episode, Leti and Kenji have a riveting conversation with Sébastien Grosjean, the visionary CEO behind Smily—a trailblazing company in the short-term rental management space, operating across 100 countries. From his early exposure to entrepreneurship through his parents' ventures to the tech-savvy heights of Smily, Sébastien shares how a digital-first strategy is pivotal today. He also opens up about his personal challenges, including overcoming a significant mental health crisis, emphasizing how resilience and mindset are essential for overcoming challenges both personal and professional. Sébastien's journey beautifully merges...2024-05-0550 minDoctors Building WealthOur Top Experiences of the Past YearIn this episode of The Doctors Building Wealth podcast, Leti and Kenji are sharing their top meaning experiences from their past year. They emphasize the importance of intentionally scheduling time for personal growth and family activities in order to create and build memories. Doing this has not only enriched their lives, but also strengthened their relationships with each other and their children. They highlight their unforgettable journey to the Ice Hotel in Quebec—a dream fulfilled that offered their children a magical snow experience, a rarity for their Puerto Rico-based family. They also touch on other family trips taken th...2024-04-2128 minDoctors Building WealthFrom Burnout to Fulfillment Beyond the Scrubs with Dr. Jordan FreyIn the latest episode of our podcast, we're honored to feature Dr. Jordan Frey, also known as the Prudent Plastic Surgeon. Dr. Frey shares his journey from experiencing burnout at the end of his surgical training to finding stability and fulfillment through financial well-being and real estate investment. His story is not merely about financial transformation; it’s a testament to the power of reshaping one’s approach to money, investing in oneself, and discovering deeper satisfaction in both personal and professional lives. Throughout this episode, Dr. Frey peels back the layers on the challenges of breaking into...2024-04-0735 minDoctors Building WealthOur Favorite Books of Past YearIn our latest episode of Doctors Building Wealth, we reveal which books have kick-started our mornings, turbocharged our goal setting, and completely reshaped our approach to both life and entrepreneurship. Imagine a book so powerful it transforms your morning rituals, another that redefines your time management, and yet another that guides you to financial mastery in ways you never thought possible. This episode is more than a must-read list; it's a roadmap filled with insights and strategies ready to transform how you tackle your day, manage your finances, and chase your goals. Listen now to...2024-03-2423 minDoctors Building WealthSyndication Capital Calls: What's missing from the conservationIn this Doctors Building Wealth podcast episode, Kenji and Leti tackle the critical topic of syndication capital calls and their impact on real estate, spotlighting a recent event where a Houston multifamily syndicator faced foreclosure on 3,200 units. This scenario highlights the unpredictable nature of real estate investing and the importance of being prepared for sudden market changes. Kenji and Leti discuss the increasing frequency of capital calls and caution against the current market's instability, especially with high interest rates. As they note, you'll find an abundance of advice from inexperienced investors, but rarely from those who have...2024-03-1017 minDoctors Building WealthThe Depth of Determination: From a Real Estate Empire to Swimming the English Channel In this riveting episode of our latest Doctors Building Wealth podcast, we're delving into a story that goes beyond physical endurance to explore mental resilience and strategic thinking. We're interviewing Erwan David Le Roy, a man who left behind the predictability of a corporate job to plunge into the real estate realm with the same tenacity he battled the icy waves when he later swam the English Channel. This episode goes beyond physical endurance to explore mental resilience and strategic thinking. Erwan's story is a testament to viewing challenges as opportunities for growth and innovation.2024-02-2546 minDoctors Building Wealth10 Keys to Scaling Your Real Estate Portfolio - Part 2 In the second installment of our two-part podcast episode: 10 Keys to Scaling Your Real Estate Portfolio, Leti and Kenji reveal the final five keys that have supercharged their real estate growth. Continuing from where part 1 left off, they focus on practical strategies like reinvesting profits, leveraging tax advantages, and more. Don't miss this Doctors Building Wealth episode to get the exact steps they've taken to scale and grow their portfolio so quickly. Whether you're a seasoned investor aiming to expand your portfolio or a newcomer ready to take the plunge, these insights are designed to equip...2024-02-1125 minDoctors Building Wealth10 Keys to Scaling Your Real Estate Portfolio - Part 1In this Doctors Building Wealth episode, Leti and Kenji explore how to scale your rental real estate portfolio quickly. It’s all about belief and ambition. Realizing these aren't just buzzwords but essential tools, they explain how they've managed to scale their own portfolio significantly. They tackle the nuts and bolts of leveraging debt smartly, choosing the right properties, and the critical role of reinvesting. By addressing common scaling fears, they turn them into opportunities for growth. RESOURCES + LINKSWork w/ SRMD: HEREJoin our FREE Facebook Groups: HERE2024-01-2826 minDoctors Building WealthGoal Setting Gone Wrong: Six Common Errors and Their SolutionsIn this Doctors Building Wealth podcast, Leti and Kenji dive into the often-misunderstood art of goal setting. They tackle six common pitfalls in the goal-setting process and provide practical solutions. Key highlights include the power of emotionally charged goals, the need for specific, measurable, and ambitious targets, and the importance of not underestimating your own potential. Leti and Kenji advocate for '10x' goals – goals so big they push you out of your comfort zone. They also share insights on maximizing your goal-setting energy. Tune in to learn more and join our "Embrace Your Fears" challe...2024-01-1417 minDoctors Building WealthOvercoming Challenges with Ease as a Physician Entrepreneur and Investor In this latest episode of Doctors Building Wealth, we tackle a topic that we're passionate about: transforming challenges into opportunities. We're flipping the script on how you perceive problems in business and investing. Imagine viewing every hurdle not just as a stumbling block, but as a launching pad for growth and innovation. But how? How does one's mindset impact their ability to overcome these business challenges? We use our secret sauce—a five-step strategy that we've honed over years of navigating the unpredictable terrains of entrepreneurship and real estate investing. We're diving deep into a met...2023-12-2429 minDoctors Building WealthFrom Burnout to Breakthrough: A Dentist's Pivot to Coaching with Dr. Laura Brenner In this week’s episode of the Doctors Building Wealth Podcast, we welcome Dr. Laura Brenner and delve into her journey from dentist to career coach. Laura's story is a fascinating one, beginning with her viral blog post, "Ten Reasons Your Dentist Probably Hates You Too." Her post went viral and became a turning point, opening doors to connect with a global community of dental professionals. She dives deep into the often-unspoken struggles of burnout among dental professionals and offers valuable insights for anyone looking to navigate similar paths. Laura also shares her insights on the evolution fr...2023-12-1046 minDoctors Building WealthCharting a New Course from Clinical Practice to EntrepreneurshipIn this engaging episode of the Doctors Building Wealth podcast, we are thrilled to feature Dr. Stephanie Pearson. Stephanie shares her compelling story of transitioning from a successful OBGYN to an innovative entrepreneur in the insurance industry, driven by personal adversity. She delves into the challenges and triumphs of her journey, highlighting the profound learning experiences and the importance of adapting to change. Her story is not just about career transformation but also about finding new purpose and identity beyond her medical practice. This episode offers invaluable insights for any medical professional exploring the realms...2023-11-2650 minDoctors Building WealthMaximizing Wealth in Medicine: Dr. Tod Stillson's Real Estate Investment BlueprintIn this episode of the Doctors Building Wealth podcast, we're honored to have Dr. Tod Stillson, a family physician turned entrepreneur. Tod takes us through his transformative journey from practicing in a traditional hospital setting to pioneering his way into the entrepreneurial world, establishing Doctor Incorporated and Simply MD. He highlights the financial and tax benefits of this transition, emphasizing the importance of professional autonomy and diversified income streams for medical professionals. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for any medical professional curious about the intersection of medicine and entrepreneurship. Tod's journey serves...2023-11-1246 minDoctors Building WealthBuilding a Stethoscope Charms Business through Resilience with Dr. Jennifer NamazyTune in for an inspiring episode as we chat with the dynamic Dr. Jennifer Namazy, physician, mother, and founder of CharMED. With over 20 years of medical experience, Jennifer crafts a unique style amidst traditional medical attire. Learn about the heartfelt inspiration behind CharMED, sparked by a special gift from her daughter. How does someone entrenched in the rigorous world of medicine find the creativity to start a business? Despite facing business challenges, from product refinement to market transition, Jennifer's story is a testament to resilience and passion. Balancing roles as a doctor, entrepreneur, and more, th...2023-10-2939 minDoctors Building Wealth‘Life on Your Terms’ Unpacked: Leti & Kenji Dive into Their New Book on Wealth Building ChoicesDive into this riveting episode where Leti and Kenji are unveiling their debut book, Life on Your Terms, launching October 24, 2023! Instead of merely sharing conventional financial wisdom, they weave a narrative around two doctor couples, shedding light on the myriad choices that high-income earners, especially physicians, have at their fingertips. Beyond the financial numbers, Leti and Kenji delve deep into the emotional and psychological facets of the choices doctors face. Whether it's the constricting binds of burnout or the fear of unconventional investments, this episode pulls back the layers, revealing ways to truly harness one's po...2023-10-1521 minDoctors Building WealthFrom Urology to Real Estate: Dr. Ian Thompson’s Path to Impact Investing and Global PhilanthropyIn our latest episode, we had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Ian Thompson, a distinguished urologist who has impressively delved into the world of real estate investing. Ian opened up about his ventures, especially in the nuanced space of mobile home park investing. He shared the advantages of land ownership and gave an enlightening comparison between RVs and mobile homes. Not just content with financial success, Ian is also passionately involved in philanthropic endeavors, notably in the Democratic Republic of Congo. His dedication towards establishing churches, schools, and healthcare facilities in the region is truly c...2023-10-0140 minDoctors Building WealthFrom Scalpel to Startup: Dr. Mark Soliman’s Journey to Building the LinkedIn for SurgeonsReady to merge the worlds of surgery, tech, and community? Imagine having all the surgical resources, colleagues, and expertise right at your fingertips, 24/7, no matter where you are in the world. Say hello to Dr. Mark Soliman and the SurgeOn app! In this episode, we dive deep with Dr. Mark Soliman, the mastermind behind the SurgeOn, the LinkedIn for the surgical community. Dr. Soliman, Chief of Colorectal Surgery and Program Medical Director for the AdventHealth Digestive Health Institute, started off as a surgeon who had a natural aversion to business. But as he...2023-09-1734 minDoctors Building WealthUnlocking Purposeful Success: A Blueprint for High-Earning Women with Dr. Hala SabryTune in to this compelling episode featuring Dr. Hala Sabry who specializes in empowering high-earning women to reach their fullest potential. Going beyond the surface level of traditional success metrics like titles or credentials, Dr. Hala dives deep into what it means to truly own your achievements. Discover the vital importance of a well-managed and well-produced mind, not just for self-confidence but as the cornerstone of continued growth and success. The episode also explores the larger impact successful women can have on their communities and the world at large. From building orphanages to pioneering healthcare projects, the...2023-09-0347 minDoctors Building WealthHow to Lead a Boundless Life with Mauro ReppaciLooking for more adventure, travel, and community in your life? Imagine taking three months and spending it in a location like Portugal or in Tuscany or a Greek island or a beach in Bali. But what to do with the kids? What about school? What about childcare? What if there was a program that could give you all of the above AND your kids are educated and well taken care of? Enter...Boundless Life. In this episode, we interview the founder and CEO of Boundless Life, Mauro Repacci. You'll...2023-08-2040 minDoctors Building WealthBuilding and Acquiring Businesses with Dr. Nirav ShahIn this engaging episode, we're joined by Nirav Shah, a highly accomplished physician-entrepreneur. Nirav shares his unique journey from stroke neurologist to the founder of a pioneering remote patient monitoring tech company. Emphasizing the pivotal role of relationships, he credits his successful career transition to both his extensive medical training and an expansive network of technologists. His endeavor, which transformed ICU-level care through wearable devices, initially sprouted from a research project and flourished due to deep, iterative engagement with patients. The path was strewn with challenges including raising capital during the COVID-19 pandemic. Even during the most trying times...2023-08-0628 minDoctors Building WealthGoing International: Buying an Italian VillaWelcome to another exciting episode of the Doctors Building Wealth podcast! Join Leti and Kenji as they share their journey from Lake Como in Italy, where they discuss the topic of going international and buying an Italian villa. Their goal has always been to create a life where they could own an Italian villa to use as a gathering place for friends and family, and this dream is now becoming a reality. They explore the various reasons why some investors choose to buy rental properties in foreign countries, such as obtaining a golden visa for citizenship or...2023-07-2322 minDoctors Building WealthHow I Started flipMD and Sold it in Less Than Two Years with Dr. Gregory HansonIn this week's podcast, we interview Dr. Gregory Hanson. He is a radiologist by training who founded flipMD, a physician-focused freelancing platform. What is truly remarkable about his story is that he started this company with his wife during residency and sold it to GoodRx in a little less than two years! Not only that, he did this with very little venture funding and he also managed the entire M&A (mergers and acquisitions) process himself without a broker. In this episode, we also delve briefly into his real estate journey. Like so many others...2023-07-0935 minDoctors Building WealthA whole new way to think about money with Dr. Latifat Akintade__________________________________________________________ Looking to learn more? Check out some of our most popular content: Join the waitlist for our flagship course, Zero to Freedom Take our quiz and see if real estate is right for you Learn from more great content on our blog RESOURCES + LINKSWork w/ SRMD: HEREJoin our FREE Facebook Groups: HEREFOLLOW + CONNECTConnect with SRMD: Website | Instagram | FacebookLiked this episode? Share it on social and tag me @semiretiredmdLove the show? Leave...2023-06-2550 minDoctors Building WealthPlanning for SuccessWould you consider yourself a planner? Many, like Kenji, don't see themselves as planners. In fact, research has shown that people with Kenji's personality type actually struggle with planning. The reason is, his personality is a go, go, go-type personality. He's constantly getting sh*t done, so stopping to plan feels like waste of time. However, over the last 3-6 months, this has all changed. Now, instead of labeling himself "I'm not a planner," he now loves to plan and can't imagine beginning his day without a plan. Why the dramatic...2023-06-1131 minDoctors Building WealthWhy You Need to Join a Mastermind, ft. Dr. Peter Kim, Dr. Sunny Smith, and Dr. Bonnie KooIf you're an entrepreneur or thinking about becoming one, you've probably heard about the value of Masterminds. But what is a Mastermind? And what exactly are the benefits? In this episode, we are joined by the other members of our Mastermind (Dr. Peter Kim, Dr. Sunny Smith, and Dr. Bonnie Koo) to share how ours began and how it's had a profound impact not only on our respective businesses but other aspects of our lives as well. Have someone who you think should be featured in a future episode? Comment and let us...2023-05-2844 minDoctors Building WealthStop Saying You Don’t Have Enough Time to Invest in Real EstateHave you ever heard yourself say, "I just don't have enough time to do [fill in the blank]. This is one of the most common excuses we hear from prospective students of our Zero to Freedom and Accelerating Wealth courses. They say, for example, "it's not a good time, maybe in 6 months." We understand that life happens and some people legitimately have more important things going on in their lives that they have to prioritize. But our guess is that it's the minority. Most people thinking about getting into real estate...2023-05-1425 minDoctors Building WealthThe dos and don'ts for physician entrepreneurs with Dr. Sharon McLaughlinSharon McLaughlin, from Female Physician Entrepreneurs, shares how she turned shiny object syndrome into a formula for success. She also says that people underestimate the power of connections and strategically terminating relationships can help lead to success. Have someone who you think should be featured in a future episode? Comment and let us know on our socials! Also, don’t forget to share and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts if you loved this episode! __________________________________________________________ Looking to learn more? Check out some of our most popular content: Join the waitlist for...2023-04-3029 minDoctors Building WealthYou Won’t Get Rich Unless You Change This One ThingIf you gave $1MM to a poor person with no skill at managing money, and did the same with a self-made millionaire, what would happen? We explore that very question in this week's episode. Have someone who you think should be featured in a future episode? Comment and let us know on our socials! Also, don’t forget to share and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts if you loved this episode! __________________________________________________________ Looking to learn more? Check out some of our most popular content: Join the waitlist for our flagship co...2023-04-1616 minDoctors Building WealthWhy You Need a Daily RoutineOne of the most common laments we hear is "I just don't have enough time for this stuff." This week, we talk about how putting on our own oxygen masks first (figuratively speaking) has made us each more productive. That has had the effect of giving us each more time in our day. Check it out and see if adopting something similar can add time to your day as well. Have someone who you think should be featured in a future episode? Comment and let us know on our socials! Also, don’t fo...2023-04-0217 minDoctors Building WealthReal Estate Professional Status vs Short-Term Rental Tax LoopholeMany are confused about the difference between STR loopholes and REPS. While both have tax advantages, they are very different. In this episode, we take a deep dive to compare the two. Find out which may be most appropriate for your situation. (Some investors even get both!) Have someone who you think should be featured in a future episode? Comment and let us know on our socials! Also, don’t forget to share and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts if you loved this episode! __________________________________________________________ Looking to learn more? Check out so...2023-03-1917 minDoctors Building WealthBuilding a Portfolio of 1000 Low-Income Housing Units with John BraucAs a one-man show, John Brauc at one time amassed an empire of 1,000 rental units. He once purchased a distressed property for only $50k that the bank had on the books at $4.5M (a 99% discount!). John has also gotten hundreds of thousands of dollars in FREE repairs and renovations. In this episode, John holds nothing back and spills all the dirt, telling listeners exactly how they can do all the same things he has done. Have someone who you think should be featured in a future episode? Comment and let us know on our socials! Also, don’t f...2023-03-0531 minDoctors Building WealthHow to maximize tax write-offs for your real estate business with Nick AiolaEver wonder how real estate investors generate enough losses to shelter their income? By maximizing tax write-offs! In this episode, we cover the most common expenses you can write-off as a real estate investor. Things like: Writing off a car for your real estate business What you can write-off when you're traveling with your kids to work on your property What you can write-off before you buy that first rental property We even cover topics for the advanced investor, for example: The difference between an expense and a capitalized expense and why...2023-02-1932 minDoctors Building WealthPutting Your Intimate Relationship First with Kate MangonaIs your intimate relationship a source of happiness or joy? Or is it a source of sadness or frustration? How do you make it work with your intimate partner with kids, a busy career and to top it off, building a real estate empire (as many in our community are doing)? In this interview with Dr. Kate Mangona, we delve into topics and more! Kate Mangona is a pediatric radiologist and founder of Medicine, Marriage & Money (MM&M). Through MM&M, she is helping physicians achieve marital and financial success. Have...2023-02-0535 minDoctors Building WealthWhy I Switched from Flipping to Investing in Multifamily with J ScottWe are excited to share an exclusive interview with J Scott from our 2022 Fast FIRE to Freedom Summit, which was held in August 2022. J has a wealth of real estate experience and is the author of several books, including Recession-Proof Real Estate Investing and The Book on Estimating Rehab Costs. J and his wife started investing in 2008 and flipped over 400 homes between 2008 and 2016. After years of house flipping, he transitioned to investing in large multifamily properties. This move was prompted by his study of economic cycles. He realized that flipping houses or "transactional real estate" as h...2023-01-2246 minDoctors Building Wealth10 Tips for Investing During a RecessionDo you feel the fear in the streets? Whether or not we are in a recession (some say we are, some say we aren't), there's no question that the current environment (inflation, rising mortgage rates) has struck fear in the hearts of many real estate investors. So what are we doing? We're going to continue doing what we've always done. We're going to continue to buy great deals. As Warren Buffett said, "be fearful when others are greedy, and greedy when others are fearful.” So this is the time to push through the fear, have co...2023-01-0829 minDoctors Building WealthHow Real Estate Led to Revolutionizing Women’s Healthcare with Shama and SipraIn this week's podcast, we follow the journey of Shama and Sipra, sisters-in-law and now co-founders of an exciting new start-up called LunaJoy. Their origins in business actually started with real estate through our Zero to Freedom course. Shama stumbled upon our course in the midst of the COVID pandemic and this lit a fire under her, acquiring a total of 13 doors in a short period of time and claiming real estate professional status in 2020 and 2021. From there, Sipra also got into real estate investing. It was this experience in real estate and...2022-12-0435 minDoctors Building WealthFrom Full-time Physician to Successful Entrepreneur, Interview with Katrina UbellIn this episode, we interview Katrina Ubell and learn about her journey of transitioning from being a full-time physician to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Katrina Ubell is a pediatrician who worked in a private practice for over 10 years. She is now a certified life and weight-loss coach who has successfully helped over 1,300 physicians overcome/solve their weight-loss dilemmas. Growing up, owning a company, or starting a business was never in the picture for her. Katrina doesn't have any business background, but she grew interested in becoming an entrepreneur after catching just a glimpse of it. When she...2022-11-0643 minDoctors Building WealthWhy We Created a Short-Term Rental Course Short-term rentals (STRs), also known as Airbnbs or vacation rentals have become increasingly popular over the last few years. This interest spiked during the COVID pandemic, and despite a recent slowdown, interest continues to be strong in the post-COVID era. We have seen the same trend in our groups. Three years ago, very few in our community were talking about STRs. Now, we see the vast majority are planning to add at least one STR to their portfolio over the next few years. Why such a high, almost frenzied level of interest? One reason is...2022-10-2317 minDoctors Building WealthIs Real Estate Asset Protection Worth It?In this episode, we wanted to address a topic that we hear a lot about in our community: Is real estate asset protection worth it? On one side, we have those who feel that insurance-alone is enough to protect you. They also believe that these asset protection strategies are simply money-making schemes and don't really afford you any additional asset protection. On the other side, we have those who don't think insurance is enough. They feel the need to add an additional layer of asset protection so they can sleep better at night. ...2022-10-0922 minDoctors Building WealthKey Lessons from Real Estate Investing During the PandemicThe COVID pandemic was an unprecedented event that posed numerous challenges for real estate investors. One of the biggest challenges for owners was the loss of revenue from non-paying tenants. On top of the that, governments enacted eviction moratorium, which prevented owners from evicting these non-paying tenants. While COVID was unprecedented, these challenges aren't unique. These same challenges can occur during a global recession. So the lessons we learned from COVID are directly applicable to owners as they prepare for a future recession. In this episode, we cover these lessons and how you can use these lessons...2022-09-2521 minDoctors Building WealthLogistics of being a Digital Nomad with FamilyIn this episode, we go into the logistics of becoming a digital nomad with family. We first became digital nomads in 2017 when we had a 12 month old. We did it again in 2021, this time with three children and a fourth child joining us intermittently. We thought this would be a good episode to record now because we are seeing so many of our Zero to Freedom students getting to the point where they’re achieving greater freedoms, both financial and time freedom, as they grow their real estate portfolios. We’re also seeing many...2022-09-1141 minDoctors Building WealthHow to recession-proof your real estate portfolioLooks like we're headed into a recession. Regardless, we think it's best to be prepared. We've been preparing for the recession since 2015. Even if you haven't, it's not too late to "recession-proof" your real estate portfolio. What do we mean by "recession-proofing" your real estate portfolio? Finding recession-proof tenants! Renting your property to tenants who get their rent subsidized - ideally by the government, but it can be a non-profit or a company. If it's a company, you want to make sure that the company is recession-resistant (for example, a hospital). Supported living...2022-08-2820 minDoctors Building WealthThe Truth About Investing in Passive Real Estate SyndicationsIf you've ever seen an ad for a real estate syndication, you might have come across headlines like this one: "Get the benefits of investing in real estate without becoming a landlord!" "This is your last chance to write off taxable income using 100% bonus depreciation!" While these benefits sound amazing, the problem is, many of these headlines are misleading. We're not saying that real estate syndications or the people leading them are bad. In fact, we led a syndication last year when we bought our 160 unit property. It's just that the...2022-08-1426 minDoctors Building WealthHow We Manage to “Do it All”We often get asked the question, "how do you manage to do it all?" From the outside looking in, it's a fair question. We run a multi-million dollar business, we own and operate over 150 apartment units, we have four children, we travel about 5 months a year, we attend a meeting or conference almost monthly...the list goes on and on. But the reality is, we don't! It might seem like we have it all together but we're just like anyone else. One difference might be that we're always striving to improve our productivity...2022-08-0429 minDoctors Building WealthBenefits of Investing in Mid-Term RentalsIn this episode we discuss mid-term rentals. Who rents mid-term rentals? (traveling healthcare professionals, corporate, insurance companies). We also discuss the best way to list your mid-term rental. What types of properties can be mid-term rentals? Which COC calculator do you use? Who manages the property? What are the Upsides and downsides? How is a mid-term rental treated from a tax perspective? We answer these questions and more in this episode. We will also be sharing examples of student’s success in our upc...2022-07-1723 minDoctors Building WealthTips for Working with Title/Escrow with Nuria RiveraNuria Rivera joins us for today's Podcast to talk about title and escrow. She has had her title and escrow company for almost 7 years now. Her goal when starting her own company was to shift the systems and processes to make the process easier for everyone involved. Nuria explains how Title companies have three main functions which include helping buyers protect themselves from different issues that happened in the past such as liens against the properties, boundary line issues and any defects against the property. Tune in to find out what the other...2022-07-0341 minDoctors Building WealthWas Our $230,000 Investment in Tony Robbins worth it?Back in March 2019, we attended our first Tony Robbins event, a program called Unleash the Power Within. You can read more about our experience at the event in our five part series (start with Part 1 here). At that event, we were presented with the opportunity to join another program called Tony Robbins' Platinum Partnership program. The price tag was $230,000 (when you add up the cost of the program and all of the travel involved hauling two kids and an au pair around the world). It took us four days to decide but eventually...2022-06-1924 minDoctors Building WealthWhat's Going on with Interest Rates? Interview with Dan Peck and Scott Clirehugh from Caliber Home LoansToday we are really excited to talk to Dan Peck and Scott Clirehugh from Caliber Home Loans about the changes we have seen in residential loans this year. We discuss a topic that has been at the forefront of many of our students' minds, interest rates and inflation. We also discuss ARM rates and points. Make sure to stick around to hear Dan and Scott’s predictions for where the market is heading this year and beyond. You can reach out to the Caliber team at Semiretiredmd@caliberhomeloans.com Have someone who you th...2022-05-2233 minDoctors Building WealthTips for Building a Successful Doctor Owned BusinessOver the last couple of years, we have seen more and more doctors venture into entrepreneurship and start new businesses. But the hard truth is that very few (less than 5%) of these businesses will ever achieve $1 million in revenue and an even smaller number (0.4%) make over $5 million. With the odds stacked against you, we wanted to share our top tips for building a successful doctor-owned business. __________________________________________________________ Looking to learn more? Check out some of our most popular content: Join the waitlist for our flagship course, Zero to Freedom T...2022-05-0823 minDoctors Building WealthProximity is PowerIn this episode we discuss how proximity is power. This is one of the most powerful concepts we have learned from the Tony Robbins community. We see it play out in so many different ways in our lives. If you are going to elevate your game, find your partner even, proximity is the key. Who do you spend the most time with? Who do you spend the most time sharing ideas with? Ask yourself, are they lifting you up? Are they setting a new standard while also motivating and challenging you to be a better version of...2022-05-0825 minDoctors Building WealthInvesting in Post Offices with Dr. George ChaucerWe are joined for this episode by Dr. George Chaucer. Who has a very diverse background, including being a former touring musician. Which he did during Med School! He is currently a full time Anesthesiologist and a Dad of two young girls. Real Estate was instilled in George from a young age. His Dad was involved in real estate investing. He grew up watching his Dad devote time to his apartment complex every weekend. George started his real estate journey himself, when he partnered with his neighbor. Who was an experienced real estate investor. Since...2022-04-2443 minDoctors Building WealthWinning and Learning with Joel and Winnie NapenasJoel and Winnie Napenas began their real estate investing journey in 2020 after coming across the SRMD blog and deciding to take our ZTF course. While they both had their dream jobs, they realized they were not enough to get them to where they wanted to be financially. They decided to take action to further educate themselves as real estate investors. They started putting offers in while they were doing the ZTF course! Joel and Winnie began their journey with a portfolio of small multifamily properties in the Tampa Bay area. Based out of North Carolina, they are...2022-04-1036 minDoctors Building WealthShould I Start with a Vacation Rental or a Long-Term Rental?We often get the question from our students, “Should I start with a vacation rental or a long-term rental, when I’m just starting out investing?” In today’s episode we go in dept with the pros and cons of investing in both, to answer that question. We also give our perspective at the end, so stick around! Have someone who you think should be featured in a future episode? Comment and let us know on our socials! Also, don’t forget to share and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcast if you loved this episode!2022-03-2033 minDoctors Building WealthTop mistakes vacation rental owners makeWant insight on how to avoid top mistakes vacation rental owners make? In this week's episode we discuss the top details your guests care about while staying in your short-term rentals. This will help you to focus on what's important to keep your stellar listings! Have someone who you think should be featured in a future episode? Comment and let us know on our socials! Also, don't forget to share and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcast if you loved this episode! Wait there's more...If you enjoy the Doctors Building Wealth podcast, c...2022-03-0627 minDoctors Building WealthWhy We're Moving to Puerto RicoLeti and I are moving to Puerto Rico! If you've been following us, you know that we recently became digital nomads (link to the episode). So you might be wondering, why the sudden change? In reality, it's not as big of a change as it seems. We'll still be traveling, A LOT, but now we'll have a home base that gives us tremendous tax advantages as well as an amazing entrepreneurial community. Who knows, by the end of the episode, we might have you convinced to pack up your belongings and join us!2022-02-0925 minDoctors Building WealthOur Top 5 Real Estate Moves in 2021In our inaugural episode of Doctors Building Wealth, we reflect on 2021 and discuss our top 5 real estate moves. One of the biggest moves isn't really a real estate move at all, but it will probably have the biggest impact on our real estate portfolio. 2021 was a huge growth year for us. We more than doubled our portfolio to >150 units. We also deepened our expertise in tenants and common co-ownership deals as well as syndications. This episode is packed with teaching so be sure to tune in! ______________ Have someone who you think should be featured in...2022-01-2634 minDoctors Building WealthIntroducing Our New Podcast Name! Doctors Building WealthSurprise! We're changing our name! In this episode, we explain the reasons why we changed name and why we're really excited about the new name! If you're a loyal listener of Rich Doc Poor Doc, you can expect the same great content from Leti and Kenji but with a greater emphasis on the different ways doctors can build wealth! Have someone who you think should be featured in a future episode? Comment and let us know on our socials! Also, don't forget to share and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcast...2022-01-2605 min
Doctors Building WealthFrom Undocumented Immigrant to Building a Rental Empire with Dr. Shehzad Batliwala How often do you feel grateful for the little blue book, also known as a U.S. Passport? For Dr. Shehzad Batliwala, that little blue book is his superpower and something he feels grateful for every day. To him, there's nothing he can't do or out of reach for him now that he is a U.S. citizen. Follow Shehzad's journey from undocumented immigrant to starting a cell phone repair business with his father to finally getting his U.S. citizenship in 2015 and all of the doors that have been opened, in large part because o...2021-12-2934 minDoctors Building WealthHow Dr. Sendhil Krishnan is Crushing it with Residential Assisted Living Do you know what spells opportunity? How about a business serving the housing needs of an aging baby boomer population? So what is this opportunity? It's called residential assisted living and the subject of this week's podcast. We interview Dr. Sendhil Krishnan who is crushing it with residential assisted living (RAL) facilities. He currently owns 7 of these facilities in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area and plans for massive expansion. What's really exciting about what he's doing it is that it not only is extremely profitable, it also serves an incredible m...2021-12-1539 minDoctors Building WealthTop 5 Mistakes Real Estate Investors Make Have you ever made an investment mistake that cost you tens of thousands of dollars? What if you could have avoided that mistake? How much better off would you be if you avoided that mistake? One way to avoid mistakes is to know about the ahead of time and that's what this episode is all about. In this episode, we summarize the top five mistakes we see investors commonly make and some of them, we've made ourselves! Follow us on your favorite platform! Semiretiredmd.com Leti IG Kenji I...2021-11-1718 minDoctors Building WealthThe benefits of mid-term rentals with Brian Payne Are you looking for a way to increase cashflow from your property but don't want to deal with the hassles of a short-term rental? Or maybe you are in a situation where the City or HOA instituted new regulations that prevent you from using your property as a short-term rental. Enter mid-term rentals. Mid-term rentals are furnished rentals that you rent out for somewhere in between a short-term rental and a long-term rentals. These are your 30, 60 or 90 day stays. Brian Payne, CEO and co-founder of Furnished Finder, specializes in helping you f...2021-11-1734 minDoctors Building WealthStudent Spotlight: House Hacking and Life Hacking Your Way to Freedom with Dr. Ayush Gupta This is the next installment of our Student Spotlight series where we interview students from our Zero to Freedom Course. The goal of this series is to share their real estate journeys with the hopes that their stories will inspire you to take action! Dr. Ayush Gupta was a student in our Summer 2020 class and we have enjoyed watching him grow his real estate Empire. We wanted to interview Ayush because he is hacking his way to financial freedom. On the real estate side, he started out with a house hack. F...2021-11-0331 minDoctors Building WealthCan 1-4 Unit Properties Be Force Appreciated? Forced appreciation is one of the most powerful wealth building strategies for real estate investors. When most people think about appreciation, they think about market appreciation. This is a type of appreciation that occurs when the value of the properties in a market go up. As a result, you can't control whether the property value goes up or down. In contrast, forced appreciation is something you can control. It happens when you increase the income that a property generates. When you increase the income, property values go up. Forced appreciation works w...2021-10-2020 minDoctors Building WealthWhy We Chose to Become Digital Nomads If you're new to our community, you probably haven't heard the news: we've become digital nomads! You might be wondering what that even means. Well, in late August 2021, we put everything in storage and packed the rest of our belongings into 22 suitcases and are now traveling as a family unit of 7 people around the world! In this episode we talk about the reasons we decided to embark on this journey. We also share some of the challenges of becoming digital nomads and how we are planning to address those challenges. Finally we share some strategies f...2021-10-0627 minDoctors Building WealthAchieving Freedom with Pre-Schools with Dr. Krishni Somaratne You've heard us talk about cashflowing rentals, but what about cashflowing pre-schools? That's exactly what Dr. Krishni Somaratne and her husband are doing - building an Empire of pre-schools! In this episode, you'll hear the story of how Dr. Somaratne bought their first pre-school business and what it takes to take a dying business and turn it completely around. What struck us from this interview are the parallels between buying a pre-school business and buying a cashflowing rental. Businesses are valued on the income they generate, you look for hidden value and opportunities t...2021-09-2232 minDoctors Building WealthCreate Your Own Short-Term Rental Destination with Wil Slickers What makes a short-term rental stay a top-notch experience? Anyone who has stayed in a short-term rental will tell you that it all comes down to hospitality. As short-term rental owners, it makes all the difference if we anticipate the needs of our guests and create a memorable experience that guests will want to return to time and time again. To get a fresh perspective on short-term rental hospitality and service, we interviewed Wil Slickers for this week’s Rich Doc Poor Doc podcast. Wil aims to always exceed expectations, and he gives us some tip...2021-09-0838 minDoctors Building WealthHow to Compete in a Hot MarketHow many of you have heard someone say: "There are no good deals out there." or "You can't find good cashflowing deals in this market." Some of our students have even been told by agents or other investors: "Maybe you should try a different market?" If this has been your experience of the current market, then this episode is for you! In this episode, Leti and Kenji give you six different tips for competing in a hot market. They have used these tips themselves to secure great deals and these are the...2021-08-2529 minDoctors Building WealthWhy Our Students Will Be More Successful Than Us! Our students have a leg up on where we were when we first started out in our real estate investing journey in so many ways! As a dual physician couple, it took Kenji and I over 5 years to learn on the go as we invested and built up our real estate portfolio. A lot of it was trial and error, and tons of valuable lessons! Our accrued knowledge gives you an incredible advantage, and means that you can get a head start on your own real estate investments! In this week's p...2021-08-1134 minDoctors Building WealthMaximize the Value of Your Medical Practice with Chris Young Do you own a medical practice? Are you thinking about starting one? If so, you're not going to want to miss this episode! If you own a medical practice, one the most important considerations is to start with the end in mind. In other words, how much are you going to sell your practice for when you're ready to move on? In this episode, we speak with valuation expert, Chris Young. Chris is passionate about helping doctors, who "dedicate their life to service" set themselves up for retirement by maximizing the value of t...2021-07-2837 minDoctors Building WealthForce Savings with Real Estate If you've been following our podcast, you probably know about our journey to financial freedom through cashflowing rentals. What most people don't realize that it all started with a decision to change our spending habits and SAVE! We don't talk about saving much but the decision to save is actually one of the big shifts that students from our Zero to Freedom course make when they start their journey. They go from dreaming about buying a vacation home, nice shoes and handbags or a new car to thinking only about duplexes! T...2021-07-1423 minDoctors Building WealthStudent Spotlight: You think you're too busy to build a rental portfolio? Try being Dr. Alisa Crim! This is the very first of our Student Spotlight series where we interview students from our Zero to Freedom Course. The goal of this series is to hear about their real estate journeys with the hopes that their stories will inspire you to take action! We couldn't have asked for a better guest than Alisa for our first student spotlight. She took our Summer 2020 course and immediately started taking action. Since taking our course, she has purchased two duplex and three short-term rentals! And oh by the way, she is a full time p...2021-06-3039 minDoctors Building WealthThe Beauty of Hidden Value Hidden value or value add opportunities is one of our favorite topics! Why? Because tapping into hidden value means more cashflow and forced appreciation! In this episode we dive deep into a number of hidden value opportunities including: Identifying under-market rents Finding space for extra bedrooms or units Creating storage units and work spaces Billing back utilities Lowering utility bills by becoming more energy efficient These are just some of the hidden value opportunities we covered in this episode. If you are going to separate yourself from the average i...2021-06-1627 minDoctors Building WealthShould I Invest for Cashflow or Appreciation? If you're thinking about investing in real estate or even if you've bought a rental property or two, you've probably asked yourself this question: should I invest for cashflow or appreciation? In this episode, we give you our take on this question and let you in on a little secret: we don't have to make that choice because we invest for both cashflow AND appreciation. Here are the highlights of this episode: Kenji has a lot of experience investing for appreciation so he shares what it "feels" like to gamble on appreciation, b...2021-06-0224 minDoctors Building WealthAchieve Tax Free Wealth with Tom Wheelwright Many accountants approach taxes as something to fear. You hear them saying that taking advantage of certain tax benefits will trigger an audit. Tom and his team of accountants take the opposite approach. They view the tax code as a series of incentives and that it's their responsibility to help you benefit from these incentives and reduce your taxes. In this episode, we cover a number of important topics: How you're "dead in the water" if you're just a W2 wage earner. To be able to take advantage of tax incentives, you n...2021-05-1943 minDoctors Building WealthWhat's it like to be a Female CEO? Ever wondered what it's like to be a female CEO of a multi-million dollar business? In this episode, we sit down with Letizia to learn what it's like to run Semi-Retired MD as a female CEO. What training/coaching have you implemented to help you in your journey? What does a typical work day look like for you? Can you walk us through your routine? What strategies do you use to balance being a mother and a CEO? Have you ever encountered any stereotypes as a real estate investor or as a female CEO? W...2021-05-0535 minDoctors Building WealthHow to shelter your income using real estate with Chet Syverson Are you a high income professional and paying too much in taxes? If so, this is the episode for you! In this episode, we sit down with Chet Syverson of Curated Accounting to discuss all of the different ways high income professionals can shelter income. For those following our blog, you know about Real Estate Professional Status (REPS), but there are in fact, several other ways you can shelter income without REPS. __________________________________________________________ Looking to learn more? Check out some of our most popular content: Join the waitlist for our f...2021-04-2138 minDoctors Building WealthStop and Think! Have you ever wondered why so many people make poor investment decisions? You might be surprised to learn that one of the main reasons is that that they don't take the time or space to stop and think. When you encounter a new investment opportunity, most people can easily list all of the upsides. But how often do you stop to think deeply about the downsides? And how often do you then come up with a plan to mitigate any potential downsides? In this episode, we go through a number of e...2021-04-0734 minDoctors Building WealthTop Takeaways from 2020This is your time! We felt it was a great time to review the year that was 2020, and we invite you along for the journey. Each of us brought three "takeaways" from our portion of the businesses, Kenji with real estate, Leti with SRMD. There was definite common ground with mindset work and limiting beliefs, and we refer to our Year in Review blog posts, found here: https://semiretiredmd.com/our-real-estate-year-in-review-2020-part-i-investment-property-sales/ We hope you can learn from our experiences in 2020 to help make 2021 the best year yet. __________________________________________________________ Looking...2021-01-2730 minDoctors Building WealthLessons from Rich Dad Mindset work and thinking time are just two vital parts of our business. Today, we share lessons we have learned so far from the original Rich Dad, Keith Cunningham. Leti is currently a part of a mastermind with him, and shares five things she learned that can help you today. __________________________________________________________ Looking to learn more? Check out some of our most popular content: Join the waitlist for our flagship course, Zero to Freedom Take our quiz and see if real estate is right for you Learn from more great content on our blog2020-12-3032 minDoctors Building WealthGetting to Know Leti and Kenji with Dr. Nii Darko Popular physician podcaster, Dr. Nii Darko, interviews Kenji and I to help our audience learn more about us. __________________________________________________________ Looking to learn more? Check out some of our most popular content: Join the waitlist for our flagship course, Zero to Freedom Take our quiz and see if real estate is right for you Learn from more great content on our blog Be part of the conversation - follow our general Semi-Retired MD Facebook page and then join our doctors or professionals group! __________________________________________________________ Looking to learn mo...2020-05-2751 minDoctors Building WealthThe Power of Focus In today's episode, we discuss the importance of focus to succeed. Kenji and I first recognized the power of focus several years ago when we read The One Thing by Gary Keller. In this episode we talk about how we've applied principles from that book to help us reach higher levels of productivity in our multiple businesses and personal life. __________________________________________________________ Looking to learn more? Check out some of our most popular content: Join the waitlist for our flagship course, Zero to Freedom Take our quiz and see if real estate is right f...2020-05-2013 minDoctors Building WealthOur Real Estate Journey In this episode, we discuss our real estate journey. Some of the highlights include how Kenji got interested in real estate by watching his parents invest, his worst real estate investing mistakes and how we decided to invest together. __________________________________________________________ Looking to learn more? Check out some of our most popular content: Join the waitlist for our flagship course, Zero to Freedom Take our quiz and see if real estate is right for you Learn from more great content on our blog Be part of the conversation - follow our g...2020-05-0625 min