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With a focus on personal finance for physicians, our articles offer unique insights about topics that matter to you.
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Read ArticleTax Tips for Medical Students and Residents for the 2018 Tax Year
As a medical student or resident, being aware of things like tax benefits can help reduce the tax you pay and put you ahead financially. Here are some tax tips, including ways to help reduce your tax
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Read ArticleLast-minute RRSP tips for physicians on the go
Here are some last minute RRSP tips for physicians, including contribution deadline, contribution limit and advice around spousal RRSPs.
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Read ArticleOptimizing your RRSP strategy according to your career stage
Your RRSP strategy will be different, depending on whether you’re a medical student, resident, practising physician or retired
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Read ArticleMed students: having a plan is key to avoiding money stress
Medical students can take control of their money by managing their debt and spending as early as possible. Working with a financial advisor can also go a long way.
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Read ArticleWhere will “home” be after you retire?
Dr. Amy D’Aprix outlines why anticipating your future living needs is key to avoiding the stress of a forced move in your retirement years.
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Read ArticleRetirement is more than working on your bucket list
Dr. Amy D’Aprix explores how investing in relationships, planning and being realistic can help you achieve much more from your retirement than just checking items off from your bucket list.
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Read ArticleRedefining relationships in retirement
Dr. Amy D’Aprix outlines why clear and honest communication, managing expectations and adjusting to changing dynamics can help physicians achieve a happy and healthy retirement.
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Read ArticleNavigating family dynamics as a high-income earner
As a first in family doctor, your relatives may expect you to help them out financially. Here are some of the best approaches to facilitating these conversations.
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Read ArticleAdapting to health challenges after retirement
Dr. Amy D’Aprix outlines how a proactive but realistic approach to your health is essential to successfully adapting to health challenges in your retirement.
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Read ArticleIncorporated physicians and RRSPs: The impact of the new passive income rules
Incorporated physicians can save for retirement through their corporation and RRSPs. The new passive income rules could impact your strategy.
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Read ArticleHealthy habits advice for physicians: A curated list for 2019
Physicians are so caught up in work and other demands that many don’t make time to care for themselves. Mental and physical health and wellness is a growing concern in the medical profession, with man
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Four tips to help you manage your finances
For new in practice physicians, setting up a debt repayment plan – and tracking where money is being spent – is a crucial step toward financial well-being. Now that you’re finally making an income,
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Financing your education
The cost of your medical education will depend on the school you attend and your personal living expenses—both of which vary significantly across the country. And the amount of debt you graduate with
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Five tax tips for medical residents
As a medical resident, being aware of the tax benefits that you may qualify for can help minimize the taxes you pay.
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Medical students’ top concerns about disability insurance
If you’re a medical student who has been encouraged to get disability insurance, you might be skeptical about whether you really need it.
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Insurance for medical residents
As a medical resident, your ability to earn an income is one of your most valuable assets. But life can be unpredictable. In case of accident, illness or death, insurance can help protect your future
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Finding Opportunities Inside and Outside of Canada
How adding global diversification can improve your portfolio.
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How to Succeed in a Wide Range of Market Conditions
When selecting a fund manager, look for their ability to perform in all market conditions.
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How Alternative Investments Can Help Diversify and Manage Volatility in Your Portfolio
One of the biggest benefits of alternative investments is offering effective portfolio diversification through low correlation.
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Read ArticleWhen it's time to retire
Many physicians need a shift in mindset to transition to a new phase of lifeWhen the concept of a paid retirement gained traction in the 1800s, most people saw it as a brief period of rest and...
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