What 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 FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

• How every major success story begins with a belief in what’s possible.
• Why identifying and replacing limiting beliefs is the key to transforming your financial future.
• The power of surrounding yourself with the right people who challenge and support your growth.

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Are the beliefs you hold about yourself keeping you stuck?
Many high-income professionals, including doctors, unknowingly limit themselves by defining their identity too narrowly. If you've ever told yourself, "I'm just a doctor," or "I'm not a real estate investor," you might be holding yourself back from achieving true financial freedom and autonomy.

In this episode, we explore a game-changing mindset shift: the power of ‘I am NOT’ statements. While traditional affirmations focus on who you are, rejecting limiting identities can be just as—if not more—powerful in transforming your life.

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

• Why "I am NOT" statements can be more effective than traditional affirmations in reshaping your mindset.
• How rejecting limiting identities can open the door to entrepreneurship and real estate investing.
• The surprising ways your minimum standards dictate your success—and how to raise them to unlock new opportunities.

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Are 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 creating cash flow in real estate is mastering the art of identifying, utilizing, and creating winning patterns.

From recognizing under-market rents to turning garages into cash machines, Leti and Kenji break down how spotting and replicating these patterns can transform your real estate portfolio.

By the time you finish listening, you’ll learn:

• How recognizing and leveraging real estate patterns can create massive cash flow.
• The three-step process to spotting hidden opportunities that most investors miss.
• Real-world examples of how investors turned overlooked properties into cash-flowing assets.

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In 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.

They also explore the research-backed connection between strong relationships and health, referencing the Harvard Study of Adult Development, which underscores that quality relationships are a key factor in living a longer, happier life. If you’ve ever felt your social circle shrinking or found it hard to make new connections, this episode is packed with tips to help you expand your network and strengthen your existing bonds.

If building stronger relationships and creating a life of fulfillment is a priority for you in 2025, join us at the in-person Prosperity Conference, happening March 6-8 in Las Vegas, where you’ll gain actionable insights to elevate your health, wealth, and relationships. Reserve your spot now and take the first step toward creating a more prosperous life.

And, don't miss our annual Fast FIRE to Freedom Virtual Summit! Reserve your virtual spot for our Summer event here! Curious about what past Summit speakers have shared? You can explore last year’s recorded Summit interviews here!

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How 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.

• Why happiness isn’t dependent on external success, but an internal choice

• How to break free from tying your self-worth to achievements

• Practical strategies to cultivate lasting, unconditional happiness—starting today

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Ready to redefine happiness on your own terms? Tune in now! 🎧✨

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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 before.

• How adopting a beginner’s mindset can lead to exponential growth in real estate investing and beyond.

• The crucial difference between knowing something and actually implementing it in your daily life.

It’s time to break free from the "I already know this" trap and start taking real action toward financial freedom. Tune in now!

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Are 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.

• Why avoiding problems might be keeping you stuck and how to shift your perspective

• The simple mindset shift that turns challenges into growth opportunities

• Actionable strategies to embrace problems and turn them into powerful catalysts for success

Leti and Kenji break down how to shift your mindset, share real-life examples, and provide tools to help you welcome problems instead of fearing them.

Ready to transform the way you see challenges? Hit play and start building wealth with a new perspective.

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Get 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 challenges. They also share actionable strategies for building passive income through real estate and insights on creating the freedom to focus on what truly matters.

Listen now to hear how these doctors turned their entrepreneurial dreams into reality and gain practical advice to start or elevate your own journey today!

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Are 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 estate to shelter your income—just like we and many of our students have done.

In this episode, we break down the top three ways doctors can lower their tax burden using real estate investing.

✅ How to leverage Real Estate Professional Status (REPS) to unlock massive tax savings
✅ Why the Short-Term Rental Tax Loophole is a game-changer for full-time physicians
✅ How the Medical Practice Tax Loophole can help business owners and self-employed doctors

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re paying too much in taxes or how real estate can help you build wealth while legally lowering your tax burden, this episode is for you!

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• https://semiretiredmd.com/primer-real-estate-professional/

• https://semiretiredmd.com/the-medical-practice-tax-loophole-a-new-tax-strategy-for-doctors/

• https://semiretiredmd.com/real-estate-professional-status-vs-short-term-rental-tax-loophole/

• https://semiretiredmdvip.mykajabi.com/asset-protection-referral-page

• https://semiretiredmdvip.mykajabi.com/cpa-referral-page

🎧 Listen now and start keeping more of your money!

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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 and retirement accounts, boosting your portfolio without adding hefty tax liabilities.

This episode is just a glimpse of the expert insights shared at our 2024 Fast FIRE to Freedom Summit! If you’re ready to dive deeper into wealth-building strategies, tax-saving tips, and expert guidance for a prosperous 2025 and beyond, grab access to the entire four-day Summit replay. You'll get lifetime access to 16+ hours and learn directly from seasoned investment pros to start taking control of your financial future today!

🎧 Listen to this week's podcast episode now to discover from Amanda and Matt how to keep more of what you earn, grow passive income, and secure your financial future.

Keywords: real estate tax strategies, passive income, financial freedom, tax planning, real estate investors, tax-efficient investing, high-income earners, Doctors Building Wealth

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