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  • Can Your Financial Advisor Help You Buy Real Estate? If Not, Listen to This.
    Jun 29 2025

    Do you feel trapped in your medical career, overwhelmed by debt and the weight of your workload?

    Many doctors struggle with the feeling of being stuck in a never-ending cycle of work and financial stress, believing that the only way to break free is by waiting decades for retirement.

    But what if there was a way to achieve financial independence much sooner, using a strategy you may not have been taught in medical school?

    BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

    • How financial advisors can help you build a comprehensive financial plan beyond just stocks.

    • Why real estate investing is often overlooked by traditional financial advisors—and how to make it work for you.

    • The benefits of being a fiduciary and the questions you should ask financial advisors to ensure they’re working in your best interest.



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    31 m
  • How Much Cash Do You Really Need to Start Investing in Real Estate?
    Jun 22 2025

    Are you letting your bank account decide your future in real estate?

    Too many doctors believe they need tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars to begin building a real estate portfolio. This belief not only delays your financial freedom—it may completely derail it.

    In today’s episode, Leti and Kenji bust the myth that you need a massive savings cushion to start investing and show you how creative strategies and the right mindset can unlock doors you didn’t know existed.

    BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

    • The #1 limiting belief that stops high-income professionals from starting their real estate journey
    • Real-life examples of how doctors invested with as little as $6,000
    • Multiple creative financing strategies that can get you into your first deal faster than you think

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    16 m
  • Give More, Earn More: The Surprising Secret to Building Wealth as a Doctor with Bob Burg
    Jun 15 2025

    Are you feeling burned out by your career in medicine?

    Many doctors face the daunting challenge of burnout while juggling patient care, administrative tasks, and mounting responsibilities. You may be working harder, but you’re not seeing the personal or financial freedom you deserve. What if there was a way to achieve financial freedom without sacrificing the practice you love?

    In today’s episode, Leti and Kenji welcome Bob Burg, author of The Go-Giver, to discuss how shifting your focus from "getting" to "giving" can transform your personal and professional life. Bob explains how this philosophy can be applied to leadership, real estate investing, and more.

    BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN:

    • How giving more value to your team members can build lasting, profitable relationships.
    • The role of authenticity in leadership and its power in real estate investing.
    • The importance of becoming the best version of yourself to succeed in both life and business.

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    40 m
  • How to Get the Tax Benefits When You Buy a STR at the End of the Year
    Jun 8 2025

    How Can You Maximize Tax Benefits When Buying a Short-Term Rental at Year-End?

    Are you struggling to figure out how to take advantage of tax benefits when purchasing a short-term rental towards the end of the year?

    Many people are motivated to use real estate tax loopholes, especially for short-term rentals. But when you're buying towards the end of the year, how do you make sure you get your required hours in?

    BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

    • How to make sure you complete your 100 hours of material participation by year-end
    • Creative ways to accumulate hours quickly—even if you’re managing the property remotely
    • How to leverage these hours to unlock significant tax benefits like bonus depreciation

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    • https://semiretiredmd.com/material-participation/

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    15 m
  • Building Wealth That Lasts: Real Estate and Other Alternative Investments with Josh Magnuson
    Jun 1 2025

    Are you struggling to grow your real estate portfolio because you keep running out of capital?

    Many investors hit a wall when their personal funds dry up and don’t know how to keep expanding beyond their first property.

    This episode dives into how creative capital raising and combining active and passive investing strategies can break that barrier and help you build lasting wealth faster.

    BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN:

    • How to leverage community and capital raising to scale your real estate investments beyond your own funds
    • The differences between active and passive real estate investing, and how to balance both for long-term success
    • Why diversification into alternative investments and uncorrelated assets is crucial for protecting your wealth

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    39 m
  • What the Ultra-Wealthy Know About Investing That You Don’t (Yet)
    May 18 2025

    What do the ultra wealthy know about investing that most doctors and high-income earners don’t?

    Are you stuck with 90-95% of your portfolio in stocks and bonds, feeling vulnerable when the market dips?

    That’s the common trap many fall into—missing out on alternative investments that protect and grow wealth differently.

    BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN:

    • Why ultra high net worth individuals diversify heavily into alternative assets like real estate, private credit, and collectibles
    • How true diversification with uncorrelated assets can protect your wealth in volatile markets
    • The advantages of cash flow, control, and tax benefits that real estate investing offers over traditional stock market investing

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    35 m
  • Mastering the Sale: The Other Half of Real Estate Investing Most People Ignore
    May 4 2025

    How do you sell an investment property for maximum profit?

    Are you focusing solely on buying properties and neglecting the importance of selling them strategically?

    The truth is, most investors overlook the selling side, missing out on opportunities to maximize their returns. Understanding seller psychology can be the key to negotiating better deals.

    BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

    • How selling investment properties can make you a better buyer.
    • Why mastering the seller’s mindset boosts your negotiation skills.
    • Tactics to maximize your sales price without compromising on speed.

    🔗 Resources Mentioned:

    • https://semiretiredmd.com/real-estate-year-in-review-2021-part-1-properties-we-sold/
    • https://semiretiredmd.com/year-in-review-2021-part-2-refinances-and-purchases/
    • https://semiretiredmd.com/our-real-estate-investment-portfolio-review-2022/
    • https://semiretiredmd.com/buy-and-hold-real-estate-investing-strategy/

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    25 m
  • The Ultimate Framework for Deciding When to Sell Your Rental Property
    Apr 20 2025

    What if you could sell your rental property for a profit, but how do you decide when it’s time?
    Many doctors find themselves unsure of when to sell their properties or which ones to sell.

    Are you holding onto underperforming properties because you don't know if it's the right time to let go?

    It’s a common mistake to stay attached to properties that aren’t performing as well as others.

    BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:

    • How to evaluate your property’s performance using a cash-on-cash return framework.
    • The importance of assessing both forced and market appreciation before making a decision.
    • The role of your time and energy in managing properties and how to evaluate when it's too much.



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    20 m