Practice Finance

Despite some tough challenges, the pharmaceutical industry still presents good investment opportunities.

Unless you choose your policy carefully, you could end up paying too much, or being left without coverage.

Our expert has seen his share of schemes over the years. Here's how you can protect yourself.

Doctors are often sitting ducks when it comes to brokerage fraud. Here's how to protect your hard-earned cash.

These physicians aren't ashamed to buy a used pair of jeans or live in a less-than-tony neighborhood. They're well on their way to financial security.

By virtue of their deep pockets and global reach, these blue chips should do very well as the economy rebounds.

Be careful which investment group you choose; some fall short.

The experts told him solo practice was undoable. But this young internist proved them wrong.

It's no accident that certain stocks perform consistently well. Here's what they have in common.

Answers to your tax questions . . . On special situations

Taxes, Stocks, Traffic Safety, Real Estate, Retirement, Investors, Fraud

For physicians, adding coverage is tougher than ever. But here are some ways to do it.

Answers to your tax questions . . .On retirement plans and IRAs

You'd better believe it--or be prepared to serve prison time, pay stiff fines, and be expelled from Medicare, as in this Florida case.

A wartime bear market is a wake-up call to actively manage this retirement plan--and stick to long-range investment goals.

By taking advantage of today&s lower interest rates and watching your pennies, you can reduce the amount you owe more quickly.

Great opportunities exist, but be choosy.

Spending more time managing investments than enjoying their gains? Take these steps now to clear out the clutter.

The wisdom of these experts can help you make smart moves and avoid mistakes.

Consultations are traditional in medicine, because doctors aren't omnicient. So why assume your lawyer is?

You can have the house you&ve always wanted, but it will take planning, a talented architect, and an eye for detail.

Instead of handing over a lump sum, many companies now settle claims with a checkbook.

Doctors who bought coverage a few decades ago, when insurers made extravagant promises, may find obstacles when they try to collect. Protect yourself against these stalling tactics.

Fed Chairman Greenspan may have handed you a golden opportunity to save. First, though, grab your calculator.

Turbulence spelled losses for many physicians last year, but more than half of the ones we recently surveyed broke even or came out ahead. Here&s what our readers are doing right?and wrong?with their portfolios.