Best Brett Riggins Podcasts (2025)

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S3 E69 How to Use the 30-Year Fixed Loan to Retire Early (or Never Work Again) with Adiel Gorel Part II 44:32

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Send us a text What if the most powerful wealth-building tool in America is something you already have access to—but completely overlook? In this episode, real estate legend Adiel Gorel breaks down how the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage can build massive long-term wealth, especially for busy professionals like doctors, engineers, and business owners. …

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S3 E68 How to Build a Business That Runs Without You with Gary Harper 37:28

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Send us a text Are you working in your business or building a machine that can run without you? In this episode, Gary Harper shares how he went from a 300-deal real estate business to coaching 4,000+ entrepreneurs using the RISE Business Framework. After surviving Lyme disease and burnout, Gary made it his mission to help business owners reclaim th…

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S3 E67 From Nurse to 500+ Mobile Home Pads: A Winning Real Estate Playbook with Tim Woodbridge 33:30

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Send us a text How do you go from nursing shifts to scaling a multimillion-dollar portfolio of mobile home parks in just a few years? In this episode, former RN Tim Woodbridge shares his journey into real estate, starting with a 36-pad mobile home park and a vision. Within 15 months, he doubled the value, refinanced to return all capital, and never…

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S3 E66 How A Mayo-Trained Psychiatrist Built a $400M Real Estate Empire with Dr. Elaine Stageberg 44:13

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Send us a text What happens when a psychiatrist leaves medicine, builds a $400M real estate portfolio, and designs a private equity model with zero sponsor fees? In this episode, Dr. Elaine Stageberg, co-founder of Black Swan Real Estate, shares how she reached financial freedom in her 30s, why traditional syndications are broken, and how physician…

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S3 E65 My Wife Invests in Stocks, I Invest in Real Estate. Here’s Why It Works With Adam Pretorius 25:02

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Send us a text What do you get when a real estate strategist marries a physician? A playbook built for high-income professionals who want to turn debt and burnout into cash flow and lifestyle freedom. In this episode, Adam Pretorius—a luxury agent, developer, and owner of two construction companies—shares how he helps doctors buy smarter, invest wi…

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S3 E64 From Rentals to Riches: 45-Year Blueprint for Real Estate Wealth with Joel Miller 42:07

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Send us a text In this conversation, Joel Miller shares his extensive experience in real estate investment, discussing his journey from a mobile DJ to a successful real estate investor. He emphasizes the importance of mindset, relationships, and education in building wealth through real estate. Joel also provides insights into tenant screening, str…

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S3 E63 Heart Attacks, Hurricanes & HUD Loans: Real Estate with Ashley Garner 36:56

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Send us a text In this conversation, Ashley Garner shares her journey in real estate, highlighting her transition from traditional rentals to multifamily syndication. She discusses the importance of financial freedom, the challenges of value-add strategies, and the nuances of passive investing. The conversation also touches on navigating high inter…

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S3 E62 The Engineer’s Exit: How to Build a Real Estate Empire Without Quitting Day Job with Casey Gregersen 33:47

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Send us a text In this conversation, Casey Gregersen shares his journey from a W-2 employee in the oil and gas industry to a successful real estate entrepreneur. He discusses the importance of maintaining active income while transitioning to real estate, the challenges of scaling a business, and the significance of having a solid team in place. Cas…

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S3 E61 House Hacking to 40+ Doors: How To Replace W-2 With Real Estate With Niyi Adewole 29:18

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Send us a text In this episode of Real Estate Mogul M.D., Brett sits down with former medical device sales rep turned investor-realtor Niyi Adewole, who shares how he escaped the W-2 grind and built a multi-state real estate business. They dive deep into: House hacking his first triplex with just $5K Transitioning from long-term to short-term renta…

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S3 E60 The Hidden Costs of Lazy Automation and What to Do Instead with Jason Wright 26:40

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Send us a text What does a 14-year-old mowing lawns have in common with a passive investor and digital marketing expert? Intentionality. In this episode, Brett sits down with Jason Wright, founder of Intentionally Inspirational, to unpack how he built a business that runs without him — and how that freedom led him to real estate investing. Jason ha…

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S3 E59 Zero-Percent, Real Results: Funding Smarter with Patrick Pychynski 43:47

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Send us a text Imagine having access to $100K to $500K in business credit — all at 0% interest — without hurting your personal credit score. It’s not a gimmick. It’s strategy. In this episode, Brett is joined by Patrick Pychynski, a U.S. Marine turned capital consultant and founder of Stacking Capital. He’s helped business owners secure over $14 mi…

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S3 E58 Three Pillars of Freedom: Real Estate, Resilience & Entrepreneurship with Dr. Josh Honaker 40:43

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Send us a text Most doctors dream of a simpler future. But what if you designed a portfolio that gave you freedom now? In this episode of Real Estate Mogul M.D., Brett sits down with Dr. Josh Honaker — pediatrician, entrepreneur, and founder of Honaker Health and ParentMD. Josh shares how he went from hospital executive to real estate developer, st…

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S3 E57 Gratitude, Growth, and Getting Started: A Physician’s Early Real Estate Journey with Dr. Gustavo Elias 25:51

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Send us a text In this powerful episode, Yale-trained interventional radiologist Dr. Gustavo Elias joins Brett Riggins to talk about gratitude, designing your life with intention, and planting the seeds of wealth early in your medical career. While he doesn’t claim to be a real estate mogul just yet, his mindset around financial freedom, his real e…

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S3 E56 International Real Estate: How to Invest in Panama, Mexico & Beyond with Anne-Michelle Wand 30:14

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Send us a text Investing Beyond Borders: Is International Real Estate Right for You? Dr. Anne-Michelle Wand, a real estate investor with 40 years of experience across Panama, Mexico, and the U.S., joins me for an eye-opening conversation about building passive income, mindset for success, and the opportunities in international real estate. In this …

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S3 E55 Values Over Vanity: A Physician’s Journey into Ethical Investing with Dr. Ahmad Awan 39:05

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Send us a text What if your investing strategy wasn’t just about ROI — but about alignment, values, and long-term clarity? In this episode of Real Estate Mogul M.D., Brett sits down with Dr. Ahmad Awan, a fellowship-trained interventional cardiologist and first-generation immigrant navigating life, medicine, and money on his own terms. From his ear…

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S3 E54 U.S. Real Estate for Foreign Investors: Fast, Simple, and Funded with Amresh Singh 37:46

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Send us a text What if building your U.S. real estate portfolio didn’t require perfect credit, W-2 income, or even U.S. citizenship? In this episode, Brett is joined by Amresh Singh, Founder and CEO of HomeAbroad and Ziffy — two platforms that are breaking down barriers to U.S. real estate for both global and domestic investors. With over 14 years …

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S3 E53 Set It and Don’t Sweat It: New Homes, Great Markets, and 30-Year Loans with Adiel Gorel 45:09

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Send us a text Most real estate strategies are loud, risky, and exhausting. But what if building lasting wealth was actually… boring? In this episode of Real Estate Mogul M.D., Brett is joined by Adiel Gorel, founder of ICG Real Estate and host of the PBS show Remote Control Retirement Riches. Adiel has helped thousands of investors — including phy…

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S3 E52 Boring Is Sexy: The Wealth-Building Strategy Most Investors Overlook with Dani Beit-Or 50:28

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Send us a text What do you get when you mix 20+ years of real estate experience, 5,000+ deals, and a crash-course PhD in the 2008 meltdown? You get Dani Beit-Or — and you better believe he’s still learning. In this episode, Dani joins me to share how he helps high-income professionals invest without the gimmicks. From sight-unseen deals to systemat…

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S3 E51 Scaling Smarter: Commercial Lending, Equity Stacks, and Real Estate Risk with Jake Clopton 45:36

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Send us a text What if you could fund your next big deal like the pros — without getting crushed by debt or insurance mistakes? In this episode of Real Estate Mogul M.D., Brett sits down with Jake Clopton, commercial lending expert and founder of Clopton Capital, to unpack the mechanics behind smart leverage, equity stack structuring, and risk-adju…

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S3 E50 From NFL Linebacker to Real Estate couch: Mindset, Process, and Real Estate Mastery With Steve Shull 40:21

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Send us a text Meet Steve Shull — the coach behind thousands of top-performing real estate agents and teams. In this high-impact episode of Real Estate Mogul M.D., Brett sits down with Steve to unpack what it really takes to succeed — in real estate, in business, and in life. From Don Shula’s perfection standard to why chasing “more” is a trap, Ste…

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S3 E49 The Doctor Who Didn’t Plan to Stay a Doctor Forever with Dr. Charity Hix 30:25

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Send us a text What happens when an ophthalmologist gives herself permission to pivot—and starts asking what else is possible? Dr. Charity Hix joins Real Estate Mogul M.D. to share her journey from medicine to career coaching for introverts, and why curiosity, boundaries, and energy matter just as much as cash flow. A lifelong learner with a real e…

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S3 E48 Long-Term Vision, Short-Term Rentals: Designing your own freedom with Dr. Gelerie Stenbakken 34:29

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Send us a text What if you could trade burnout for freedom—without quitting medicine? In this episode of Real Estate Mogul M.D., Dr. Gelerie Stenbakken shares how she and her husband went from “Is this it?” to financially independent through a portfolio of long and short-term rentals. From early investments and breast cancer to builder fraud and pi…

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S3 E47 Real Estate, Residency, & Raising Kids: One Physician’s Financial Freedom Blueprint with Dr. Michael Perisa 25:59

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Send us a text What happens when a pediatrician starts thinking like an investor? In this episode, Dr. Michael Perisa joins Brett for a candid conversation about balancing family life, student loans, and direct pediatric care—while planting the seeds of real estate investing. As a practice owner and father of three, Michael shares how he's navigati…

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S3 E46 P2 Freedom Is a Mindset: High Performance Habits for a Life by Design with Dr. Shideh Shafie 19:43

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Send us a text In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Dr. Shideh Shafie goes deeper on what freedom really looks like—and how to design your life around it. From real estate investing to neuroscience-backed performance habits, Dr. Shafie breaks down her 20/20/20 morning routine, her “thought audits,” and why most doctors are chasing success in re…

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S3 E46 P1 The Power of Doing: From Emergency Rooms to Real Estate with Dr. Shideh Shafie 27:50

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Send us a text What happens when a high-performing physician decides that more hustle isn’t the answer—but freedom is? In Part 1 of this two-part episode, Dr. Shideh Shafie shares her evolution from traditional medicine to intentional living. As a Yale- and Columbia-trained ER physician turned real estate investor and high-performance coach, she op…

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S3 E45 Real Estate on Your Terms: Mindset, Leverage, and Legacy with Angelo Christian 40:07

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Send us a text Is your money working as hard as you do? Mortgage strategist and real estate investor Angelo Christian joins Real Estate Mogul M.D. to reveal how high-income earners like physicians can unlock their full wealth potential through leverage and smart financing. In this high-energy episode, Brett and Angelo break down: The power of DSCR …

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S3 E44 Why Even Brain Surgeons Hesitate to Invest, and How to Overcome It with Dr. Ziad A. Hage 27:20

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Send us a text In this conversation, Dr. Ziad Hage shares his journey as a neurosurgeon, discussing the challenges of balancing a demanding career with family life. He explores his interest in innovation within the medtech field and reflects on his experiences with real estate investing. Dr. Hage emphasizes the importance of education and understan…

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S3 E43 Freedom, Dermatology & Real Estate: Journey Across All 50 States with Dr. Anna Chacon 26:07

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Send us a text In this conversation, Dr. Anna Chacon shares her journey as a board-certified dermatologist who has expanded her practice nationwide. She discusses the importance of independence in her medical career, the role of real estate in her business strategy, and the significance of diversification in investments. Dr. Chacon emphasizes the n…

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S3 E42 Career Pivots, Passive Income & Physician Coaching: The Many Hats of Dr. Nerissa Kreher 29:14

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Send us a text In this conversation, Nerissa Kreher, MD, MBA, shares her journey from a medical career to the biotech industry and her role as a coach for physicians transitioning into new careers. She discusses her experiences in real estate investing, the challenges of managing properties, and navigating personal changes such as divorce. Througho…

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S3 E41 From Clinic to Cash Flow: Building Wealth Through Real Estate with Vishal Desai 31:14

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Send us a text In this conversation, Vishal Desai shares his journey as a physician and real estate investor. He discusses his focus on weight loss management in his medical career and the transition to real estate investment, highlighting the importance of passive income for financial freedom. Vishal reflects on his first real estate deal, the les…

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S3 E40 The Surgical Investor: Building a $1B Real Estate Portfolio while Practicing Medicine with Vasu Kakarlapudi 36:37

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Send us a text In this conversation, Vasu Kakarlapudi shares his unique journey as both a physician and a real estate investor. He discusses his early aspirations in baseball, his transition into medicine, and the eventual realization that he wanted to practice medicine on his own terms. Vasu emphasizes the importance of diversification in income s…

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S3 E39 Building a Business in Medical Training: How to Create Wealth Early with Dr. Matthew Simpson 37:46

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Send us a text In this conversation, Matthew Simpson, shares his journey as a first-generation medical professional navigating the challenges of medical training, entrepreneurship, and financial awareness. He discusses the importance of resilience, mentorship, and the integration of his tutoring business with real estate to provide affordable housi…

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S3 E38 Bouncer to Trauma Surgeon: Surgery, Real Estate, & Investing with Dr. Jeremy Heffner 25:39

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Send us a text In this conversation, Jeremy, a trauma surgeon, shares his unique journey from a blue-collar background to becoming a trauma surgeon and entrepreneur. He discusses the emotional challenges faced in the medical field, particularly in trauma surgery, and the importance of mental health for healthcare professionals. Jeremy also explores…

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S3 E37 Burnout, Leadership & Financial Independence: How to take Back Control with Dr. Todd Otten 27:56

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Send us a text In this conversation, Todd R. Otten, MD, discusses his journey from being a Navy flight surgeon to a family physician and the challenges he faced, including burnout. He shares insights on the importance of financial freedom through real estate investments and the role of community in supporting physicians. Todd emphasizes the need fo…

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S3 E36 Bank On Yourself: How to Finance Real Estate & Investments Without Banks or Debt with Mark Willis 26:28

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Send us a text In this conversation, Mark Willis, a certified financial planner and author, discusses the challenges of traditional wealth-building strategies and introduces the 'Bank on Yourself' philosophy. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the true costs of investing and the misconceptions surrounding wealth accumulation. Mark advoca…

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S3 E35 Real Estate on Your Terms: Smarter Investing for Physicians & High Earners with Zachary Beach 31:28

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Send us a text In this conversation, Zachary Beach discusses his journey from bartending and personal training to becoming a successful real estate entrepreneur. He emphasizes the importance of creative financing in real estate, especially in the current market with high interest rates and distressed properties. Zach shares insights on how busy pro…

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S3 E34 Delayed Gratification & Smart Investing: What Doctors Need to Know with Dr. Chris Massey 26:18

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Send us a text In this conversation, Chris Massey, an interventional pain management specialist, shares insights into his medical career journey and the importance of balancing professional growth with financial success. He discusses the challenges of delayed gratification in the medical field, the value of learning from financial blogs, and his ex…

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S3 E33 The Psychology of Success: Grit, Business & Wealth with Dr. Brook Choulet 27:38

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Send us a text In this conversation, Dr. Brook Choulet shares her journey into sports psychiatry, discussing the importance of mental performance in athletics and the mindset required for success. She emphasizes the significance of resilience, goal setting, and defining personal success, while also addressing the financial aspects of being a physic…

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S3 E32 Physicians & Financial Freedom: Why You Should Start Investing Early with Snehal Sonawane 27:31

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Send us a text In this conversation, Snehal Sonawane shares her inspiring journey from a small town in India to becoming a leader in digital pathology and AI in the United States. She discusses her experiences in medicine, the importance of financial independence, and her interest in real estate investing. Snehal emphasizes the need for physicians …

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S3 E31 Go Long or Go Home: How Long Yards is Revolutionizing Contractor Storage with Chris Long 24:18

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Send us a text In this conversation, Chris Long shares his journey from being a carpenter in Canada to creating Long Yards, a unique storage solution for contractors. He discusses the challenges of finding secure storage space, the innovative partnership model he has developed, and the lessons learned from expanding his business internationally. Ch…

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S3 E30 Medical Office Space: Turning a Practice Expense into Passive Income with Dr. Mitra Sadhu 25:43

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Send us a text In this conversation, Dr. Mitra Sadhu discusses her journey as a nephrologist in private practice, the challenges faced in the healthcare industry, and her innovative approach to managing overhead costs. She shares insights on the importance of virtual assistants in healthcare, her new venture LinkMedicalSpaces.com, and how it aims t…

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S3 E29 Celebrating Zero: Financial Strategies for Early-Career Physicians with Dr. Jack Bulat 35:10

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Send us a text Dr. Jack Bulat shares his journey as a new physician specializing in anesthesiology and pain management. He discusses the challenges of transitioning from training to practice, the importance of financial planning, and the considerations of investing in real estate. Dr. Bulat emphasizes the need to align financial decisions with pers…

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S3 E28 Emergency Medicine Meets Tech: How Ivy Clinicians is Changing Physician Job Searches with Dr. Leon Adelman 38:07

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Send us a text In this conversation, Leon Adelman shares his journey as an emergency physician and entrepreneur, detailing the creation of Ivy Clinicians, a platform designed to bring transparency to the emergency medicine job market. He discusses the importance of data access for physicians, the disparities in pay within the field, and the entrepr…

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S3 E27 Real Estate & Passive Income: Building Wealth Beyond Borders with Anne-Michelle 25:25

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Send us a text In this conversation, Anne-Michelle Wand shares her journey from being a single mom to becoming a successful international real estate investor. She discusses her experiences in Panama, the benefits of passive real estate investing, and the importance of mindset in achieving success. The conversation also covers the challenges and ad…

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S3 E26 More Money, More Problems: The Financial Reality of Physicians with Dr. Brian Pettiford 30:59

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Send us a text In this conversation, Brian L Pettiford shares his experiences in thoracic surgery and the challenges faced by medical professionals in financial planning. He discusses the realities of medical training, the delayed gratification of income, and the importance of seeking financial advice. The conversation also touches on the potential…

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S3 E25 Keep More of What You Earn: Power of Real Estate and Strategic Tax Planning With Anee Gannon 37:58

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Send us a text In this conversation, Anne Gannon shares her journey from a passion for golf to becoming a CPA specializing in tax strategies and real estate investing. She discusses the importance of understanding tax implications, effective tax rates, and the challenges faced by investors in today's economic climate. The conversation highlights th…

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S3 E24 Overcoming IRS Challenges and Building Financial Freedom with Carlos Samaniego 35:42

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Send us a text In this conversation, Carlos Samaniego shares his journey from the medical field to becoming a tax resolution expert. He discusses his personal experiences with tax issues, the importance of seeking help, and the role of enrolled agents in navigating IRS challenges. The conversation also covers real estate investment strategies, tax …

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S3 E23 Empowering Physicians: The Intersection of Medicine and Financial Literacy with Dr. Omer Awan 27:43

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Send us a text Dr. Omer Awan shares his journey in medicine, emphasizing the importance of education and public health. He discusses the financial literacy challenges faced by physicians, the significance of investing in retirement, and the potential of real estate for passive income. The conversation highlights the need for prioritizing personal p…

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S3 E22 Blending Philanthropy and Financial Independence with Dr. Misker Kassahun Teka 29:28

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Send us a text In this conversation, Misker Kassahun Teka shares her journey from being a medical doctor in Ethiopia to pursuing public health in the United States. She discusses the importance of healthcare equity, her experiences in the nonprofit sector, and her evolving understanding of financial literacy and entrepreneurship. Misker emphasizes …

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S3 E21 From ER Doc to CEO: Building a Multi-Million Dollar Medical Device Company with Elizabeth Clayborne 29:26

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Send us a text In this conversation, Elizabeth Clayborne shares her journey from being an emergency physician to becoming a startup founder with her innovative product, NasaClip, designed to treat nosebleeds. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of transitioning from medicine to entrepreneurship, the importance of prototyping and market valida…