Doctors Building Wealth How this Couple Cut their Taxes, Beat Burnout, and Built Wealth—While Working as Doctors
Aug 3, 2025
Zeeshan Qureshi, a talented neuroradiologist from Western New York, and his wife Asma, share their inspiring journey from accidental landlords to intentional real estate investors. They reveal how to conquer analysis paralysis and take that crucial first step in investing. The couple discusses effective tax strategies, including the REPS approach, to maximize income and combat burnout. Their candid experiences with challenging property projects emphasize resilience and the value of teamwork in building true wealth—all while managing their medical careers and family life.
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Accidental Real Estate Start
- Dr. Zee and Dr. Asfa accidentally started in real estate by renting out a house they bought but didn't move into.
- They initially barely broke even but learned by seeking education and joining a real estate course.
Use Taxes and Time Strategically
- Going part-time in medicine created time for Asfa to focus on real estate investing.
- Using tax strategies like REPS motivated their move into intentional real estate investing.
Patience and Market Flexibility
- Be patient during the learning curve and persist even when investments don’t cash flow immediately.
- Test markets and switch focus if needed to find the right balance for cash flow and appreciation.