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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 ArticleDoctors and students share their tips on starting the first year of medical school right
Students and physicians discuss what new medical students need to know in order to succeed in their first year.
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Read ArticleHow to plan for a sabbatical
Tips for doctors who are considering taking a sabbatical to combat burnout or to learn new skills.
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Read ArticleHow to conquer imposter syndrome in medical school and beyond
Even well-trained, experienced physicians can suffer from imposter syndrome. Fortunately, there are effective ways to counteract it.
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Read ArticleWhen your child applies for med school: A parent’s financial guide to raising a young doctor
Tips for helping your child finance medical school, including RESPs, TFSAs, trusts, life insurance and a student line of credit.
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Read ArticleWhat you need to know about government student grants and loans
Government student grants and loans can help students finance their medical education.
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Read ArticleIncorporated physicians: A heads-up about health and welfare trusts
Health and welfare trusts will be discontinued but could be converted to employee life and health trusts.
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Read ArticleRent or buy: What to think about before you decide
Tips for helping medical residents and new-to-practice physicians decide whether to rent or buy a home.
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Read ArticleBest of the web: make the most out of your summer
Summer ideas and activities for kids, summer reading, and to avoid bedbugs and ticks.
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Read ArticleFinancing medical school and residency: Understanding your borrowing options
Everything you need to know about borrowing for medical school and how lines of credit work.
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Read ArticleFirst-time home buyers and the new federal government incentive
The federal First-Time Home Buyer Incentive will come into effect on September 2, 2019. Here is how the incentive will work.
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Read ArticleAre you taking the right vacations? How to make the most of your down time
Tips for physicians on taking vacations that leave them feeling rested and regenerated.
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Read ArticleWhat physicians need to know about owning U.S. property
Canadians who own investment property in the U.S. may have to pay U.S. estate taxes.
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Read ArticleFigure Out Your Budget with the Burrito Exchange Rate
Budgeting can be boring. Here's a way to budget.
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Read ArticleThe Ultimate Guide to Financing Your Medical School Education
Paying for medical school can be expensive. Learn about government student loans and student lines of credit.
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Read ArticleBefore You Buy a Home: 5 Questions for New Physicians
If you’re a new physician thinking of buying a home, here are some things to consider. When should you buy? What is your debt level? How much can you afford?
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Read ArticleSpring cleaning? Let’s tackle your financial clutter
If you have financial clutter, here are some tips on decluttering your financial life, including tossing financial papers, consolidating your accounts and paying down debt.
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Read ArticleWhy we’re inspired by Canada’s physicians
Every Canadian has a reason to be grateful to a physician. To mark National Physicians’ Day, we asked some of our people what inspires them.
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Read ArticleMed students: Getting ready to file your 2018 tax return
If you’re a med student or resident, you may think there’s no need to file a tax return, but you might be surprised at the benefits filing can provide. Here are some simple steps to get organized.
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Read Article5 tax tips you may not know about
Optimize your tax return: file your tax return early, adjust your tax return for missed credits and deductions and claim the home accessibility credit, disability tax credit and medical expenses.
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Read ArticleYour tax return: How to claim the home accessibility credit
The home accessibility tax credit helps make homes safer and more accessible for people with disabilities and the elderly. Claim up to $10,000 each year for a tax savings of $1,500.]
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