Practical Tax Advice for Everyday Financial Management
As doctors file their income tax returns, sometimes there are tax exemptions and tips associated with ordinary actions that they may not be aware of.
Should You Rent or Buy Your Home?
Rewarded by the IRS and encouraged by financial advisors, owning one’s home has long been celebrated as both the cornerstone of the American dream and the central pillar of lifelong financial security. But is it always the right option?
What to Look for in a Medical Malpractice Insurance Policy
Here are the main things you should take into account when searching for the right medical malpractice insurance policy.
I’ve Maxed Out My 401k, What Should I Do Next?
Once a doctor has maxed out their 401k contributions, there are several financial steps they can prioritize.
Life Insurance for Physicians
From student loans to owning a practice, and even lawsuits - physicians have specific needs for life insurance. Find out how to determine how much insurance you need and what type of policy is best for you.
Tax Minimization Strategies for Physicians: a Side-by-Side Comparison
3 New Year's Financial Tasks For Doctors
January is a good time to figure out finances for the rest of the year, and maybe the next decade or more. Tax documents arrive, and with them, opportunities to see what adjustments you wish you’d made last year and can make now. It’s also a good time to figure out what you want 2024 to look like.
Loan Forgiveness Eligibility Now Available For California and Texas Physicians
Due to a recent rule change by the US Department of Education, physicians in California and Texas are now able to apply for public service loan forgiveness (PSLF). Earned explains how this change opens up loan forgiveness options for physicians in these two states.
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Beyond 401(k) or 403(b) Plans - What Extra Retirement Benefits Do Top Hospitals Offer?
In the diverse landscape of healthcare systems, employees typically receive retirement benefits, often in the form of standard 401(k) or 403(b) plans with employer matching.
1099 vs. W-2 Doctors: Differences, Pros and Cons
The 1099 vs. W-2 tax classification designates someone as an independent contractor or employee in the workplace. There are pros and cons to each type of designation.
2024 UC Retirement Plan Choices - What You Need to Know
If you are joining the University of California hospital system, or if you’re taking this opportunity to re-evaluate the choices you made last year, Earned Wealth has broken down the retirement plan options available to you during open enrollment.
Earned Joins the Aesthetic Society as an Alliance Partner
John Clendening On Helping Scale Schwab Bank And Raising $225 Million To Build Earned Wealth
Earned Wealth CEO John Clendening sat down with Alejandro Cremades for the DealMakers podcast to discuss his bold vision to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the financial services industry.
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Only 17% of Eligible Workers are Saving Money in Their Roth 401(k)
While more and more employers are offering the after-tax savings accounts to their employees, workers have been slow to incorporate them into their retirement plans. However, many savers — physicians included — could greatly benefit from doing so.
How Doctors Can Avoid Leaving Heirs a Giant Tax Bill
According to a rule instituted in 2020, non-spousal beneficiaries of retirement accounts now must draw down those savings within 10 years — often leaving them with a sizable tax bill. Below, we’ll take a look at what high earners are doing to amend their estate plans and what physicians should consider when leaving money to their children and grandchildren.
The Changing Landscape of Physician Noncompete Agreements
Industry experts estimate that at least 37% of American physicians have signed noncompete agreements as part of their employment. While these agreements have typically forced doctors to relocate when taking a new job, a wave of new legislation is poised to change how physicians navigate the industry.
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New Roth 401(k) Requirement for High Earners Delayed Until 2026
The IRS has announced a two-year reprieve for high earners 50 and older who would've been subject to new retirement saving rules next year. Now slated for 2026, the new law requires these savers to make "catch-up" contributions on an after-tax basis to employee-provided Roth 401(k) accounts.
Multi-family Real Estate Investors About to Hit Turbulence
As the Wall Street Journal reports, those who invested in multi-family buildings are facing mounting debt and adverse market conditions. These investments have become popular with physicians over recent years, posing a possible threat to their portfolio.
