Practice Finance

Consolidation, cooperation, and planning for the worst are three strategies to consider implementing in light of economic uncertainties facing physicians.

Physicians' annual income growth has failed to keep pace with pay increases enjoyed by other health professionals, such as pharmacists and dentists, over the last quarter-century.

As a doctor, you can see the hardships that can occur if you don't properly save for long-term care. Learn some strategies for preparing for long-term care.

If you're working at a position that will last for less than a year, you may be able to deduct your commuting expenses. Find out the ins and outs of this deduction.

Here's some additional information to help you keep your finances healthy.

Are you considering a contract that will hold you liable for retroactive claim denials? Here's why you might want to reconsider signing.

The tax code will soon be changing once again. Here's what you need to know.

A question about who covers malpractice tail premiums illustrates why it's important to review all contracts.

Personal finance planning isn't one size fits all, but there are common mistakes. Find out the solutions to these problems.

Getting your finances in order can be difficult when free time is hard to come by. See what online tools are out there to help get your finances in order.

Nearly $300 million in federal dollars has been earmarked to help boost primary care access in underserved areas.

Are you working long hours just to make ends meet? See what you can do to increase your productivity.

Quality of life ranked at the top of recent list of reasons forspecialty choice among physicians, but income factors were the other top two factors.

Wondering whether you can withdraw funds from an IRA penalty-free? Find out how to decide.

Medical Economics 84th annual Exclusive Physician Earnings Survey indicates that earnings continue to be flat.

Physicians-particularly younger women-are placing more importance on one specific factor more than previous generations when deciding on a job location. Discover what it is.

After the collapse of the housing bubble, you might think that real estate is still a risky investment. Learn why you might want to reconsider that assessment.

Lifetime earnings for primary care physicians average as much as $2.5 million below specialist peers, according to a new study.

Sometimes dividing your estate unequally among your children makes sense, but doing so also can cause lasting conflict.

Thinking about leasing a car? Discover why owning outright might make more financial sense.

Learn why waiting to start a long-term care insurance policy could end up costing you dearly.

Thinking of when you'll be retiring? Find out why delaying your retirement by a few years can make a big difference.

Want to invest your liquid assets, but not quite sure what to do? Here's why you should think about how long you want your money tied up.

Are healthcare costs getting you down? Find out whether a health savings account might be right for you.

Several tax exemptions are being reduced in 2013. See how you can save before the deadline.

Thinking about changing to a Roth IRA? Learn whether it makes sense to create smaller accounts.

Want to make a tax-free donation to a charity? Find out how your IRA can help.

ACA includes a new tax on income. See whether you might be paying more taxes.

Have you been neglecting saving up for retirement? See how you can close the gap.

Discover whether the rumors about increased dividend taxes are true.