Doctors Building Wealth

Are you letting fear or overwhelm stop you from starting your real estate investing journey?

Too many doctors and high-income professionals wait, overanalyze, and let “analysis paralysis” keep them on the sidelines—missing out on wealth, time, and freedom.

If you keep waiting for the “perfect” moment, you’ll miss the biggest opportunities and never build the life you truly want. But the good news? Getting started, even if it’s messy or imperfect, is the first step to everything you’re seeking.

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

• How Dr. Zee and Dr. Asfa went from accidental landlords to intentional investors—while both working full time and raising two kids
• The powerful tax strategies (like REPS) they used to keep more of their hard-earned income
• The lessons they learned from taking on a “big, scary” first project—and how facing challenges built their network, confidence, and cashflow

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Have you ever wondered what it really takes for doctors to become successful entrepreneurs and build something from scratch—even when the odds are stacked against them?

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the idea of starting your own practice or business, and worried that you don’t have the business skills or resources to succeed?

Many doctors make the mistake of trying to “figure it out” alone, hiring expensive consultants or missing out on the power of community—and end up feeling lost, isolated, or even burned out. But there’s a better way.

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

• The biggest lessons Dr. Karleen Su learned in launching and scaling her own private practice (and what she wishes she’d done differently)
• The real challenges (and rewards) of building a thriving physician community and running successful medical conferences
• How culture, leadership, and the right network can make or break your entrepreneurial journey as a doctor

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Are you wondering if you should lower your standards for cash-on-cash returns just because interest rates are high?

Many investors are settling for lower returns or even accepting properties with negative cash flow in today’s challenging market.

But lowering your standards can put your investment goals—and your financial freedom—at risk. Instead, learn how to maintain your criteria and get creative to achieve your desired returns.

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

• Why maintaining strict cash-on-cash return criteria is crucial, even when interest rates rise
• How to get creative with expenses, rents, and deal structure to keep your investments profitable
• Specific strategies to negotiate better prices and find hidden value in today’s market

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• Cash-on-cash Calculator: semiretiredmd.com/coc-calculator/
• STR COC Calculator: semiretiredmd.com/str-coc-calculator/

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Are you unknowingly leaving thousands on the table in your real estate deals because you don’t understand the art of negotiation?

Most high-income earners—especially doctors—make the critical mistake of jumping straight to “the numbers” without preparing, probing, or proposing strategically.

If you don’t master the right negotiation mindset and techniques, you risk settling for less, feeling burned out, or even dreading negotiations altogether. But when you learn Jeff Cochran’s “Three Ps” method and shift your approach, negotiating becomes not only more profitable but actually fun.

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

• The “Three Ps” of successful negotiations—and why skipping even one can cost you big in real estate and life
• How to turn negotiations from a dreaded, adversarial task into a collaborative, creative process that gets everyone what they want
• Simple mindset shifts that transform you from a people-pleaser into a confident, results-driven dealmaker

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What if simply being the backup offer on a property could set you on the path to financial freedom?

Many doctors give up on a deal after their first offer isn’t accepted, missing opportunities right in front of them.

By staying patient, being the backup offer, and using creative 1031 exchanges, you can continue to build your portfolio even while working full-time in medicine.

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

• How Nicole Shirvani secured her first duplex by staying in as the backup offer until it came back to her
  
  
• The way she used 1031 exchanges to build momentum and acquire multiple properties without heavy tax burdens
  
  
• How to find and close off-market deals by building connections, calling local agents, and leveraging for-sale-by-owner opportunities

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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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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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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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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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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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