Navigating the complexities of taxes can be daunting, especially for medical professionals with unique financial situations. From maximizing retirement contributions to understanding the benefits of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), strategic tax planning is essential. In this episode, we explore various tax strategies that physicians can leverage to optimize their financial outcomes. Finally, we delve into practical tips for managing multiple income streams and setting up your business on the right side of the IRS.

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Guest Bio: Alexis E. Gallati is the founder and Lead Tax Strategist at Cerebral Tax Advisors, Cerebral Wealth Academy, and the author of the book Advanced Tax Planning for Medical Professionals. She has over 20 years of experience in high-level strategic tax planning and multi-state tax preparation and has trained at the highest level, holding two master’s degrees. Alexis grew up in a family of physicians and is married to a private practice physician. That’s why she understands how hard medical professionals work to get where they are and why she provides simple and accessible tax solutions tailored to busy physicians.

We Discuss:

• Maximizing Retirement Contributions
• Understanding 403b and 457b Plans
• Why Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are Tax Advantageous Compared with Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Immediate vs. Deferred Medical Expense Payments
• How to Make Smart HSA Choices
• TurboTax: When to DIY and When to Go Pro
• A Primer on LLCs and S-Corps for Physicians
• Balancing Multiple Income Streams
• The Benefits of 1099 Income
• Retirement Plans for 1099 Income
• SEP IRA vs. Backdoor Roth
• Renting Your House to Your Business
• Can I Write Off My Vacation?
• Starting a Business on the Right Side of the IRS

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