

Doctors Building Wealth
Leti and Kenji
Doctors Building Wealth is for physicians drowning in student debt and working endless hours, wondering if your medical career will ever bring true freedom. Despite your six-figure income, the path from successful doctor to financially independent professional feels impossibly complex.We get it—balancing patient care and financial planning is overwhelming when no one taught you how to invest during medical school. Lucky for you, you don't have to figure it out alone.Meet Drs. Letizia Alto and Kenji Asakura, physicians who've built a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio while maintaining their medical careers. They've helped hundreds of fellow doctors replace clinical income with passive cash flow—without sacrificing patient care.Join Leti and Kenji each week as they interview physician investors who've escaped the burnout cycle, share step-by-step strategies to analyze deals, and provide actionable blueprints to build your real estate portfolio with your busy schedule. Learn how to leverage your high income, create tax advantages most doctors miss, and build the time freedom you deserve.It's time to stop trading your time for money and start building generational wealth. Your patients need you at your best—not burned out and counting the years to retirement.
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Dec 7, 2025 • 25min
Why EB Pros Scale Faster: The Patterns That Lead to Real Estate Success
Discover the secrets of successful real estate investing for doctors. A clear vision, especially with partner alignment, can rapidly propel your progress. Weekly accountability meetings keep you on track. Embrace discomfort as a catalyst for growth and persistent engagement opens doors to opportunities. Learning from hands-on experience in syndications can significantly boost your confidence. Lastly, giving first nurtures relationships, transforming you into a preferred partner. These patterns can guide you to a flourishing investment journey.

Nov 30, 2025 • 16min
Debate: Structured vs. Freeform Content? Which is Better?
What’s the best way to create content for your audience: with a structured plan or just going off the cuff?Do you struggle to find the right balance between having a structured plan and letting your creativity flow freely in your content?Not having enough structure can lead to confusion and a lack of clarity, while over-structuring can stifle creativity and spontaneity. So how do you find the middle ground?BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:The benefits of having structure in your content creation processHow to balance structure and spontaneity to increase audience engagementWhy structure can enhance learning and clarity, especially in educational contentREADY FOR REAL ESTATE SUCCESS? Book your call HERE for your next move. RESOURCES + LINKSWork w/ SRMD: HEREJoin our FREE Facebook Groups: HEREFOLLOW + CONNECTConnect with SRMD: Website | Instagram | FacebookLiked this episode? Share it on social and tag me @semiretiredmdLove the show? Leave a 5-star review and let me know!

Nov 23, 2025 • 24min
Who Ever Said the Goal Is to Be Comfortable?
Ever wondered why the goal shouldn’t be to just be comfortable in life?A lot of people, especially doctors, are stuck in a cycle of comfort that prevents them from taking the next big step toward financial independence and real freedom.This comfort zone—while safe—can become a trap. The idea of living comfortably often stops us from embracing challenges that lead to true wealth and freedom. It’s time to break free from the norm.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:Why being comfortable might actually be holding you backHow discomfort can be the key to building wealth and achieving your dreamsReal-life examples of doctors who stepped out of their comfort zones and found success through real estate investingREADY FOR REAL ESTATE SUCCESS? Book your call HERE for your next move. RESOURCES + LINKSWork w/ SRMD: HEREJoin our FREE Facebook Groups: HEREFOLLOW + CONNECTConnect with SRMD: Website | Instagram | FacebookLiked this episode? Share it on social and tag me @semiretiredmdLove the show? Leave a 5-star review and let me know!

Nov 16, 2025 • 33min
Unlocking Wealth: The Power of Leverage with Dan Peck and Scott Clirehugh
Are you still thinking all debt is bad when it comes to real estate investing?Many doctors shy away from building wealth through real estate because they’ve been taught to fear debt and avoid leverage.But misunderstanding the difference between good debt and bad debt might be holding you back from unlocking serious financial freedom.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:Why leverage is one of the most powerful tools in real estate investing—and how smart investors use it to grow fastThe five most important insights about lending for investment properties (that most banks won’t tell you)How to work with investor-friendly lenders to win more deals, lower your stress, and access the right loan products for your goals______________________________________________________________Connect with our guests:Dan Peck | Branch Leader NMLS# 174968Call/Text: (206) 660-6241Dan.Peck@Movement.comwww.DanPeckTeam.com11255 Kirkland Way, Suite 110 Kirkland, WA 98033 AL-78397, AK-AK174968, AZ-1006555, AR-123587, CA Licensed by DFPI under the CRMLA-CA-DFPI-DBO174968, CO-100522979, CT-LO-174968, DE-MLO-174968, DC-MLO174968, FL-LO73384, GA-174968, HI-HI-174968, ID-MLO-2080174968, IL-031.0062296, IN-DFI-46657, IA-45065, KS-LO.0043482, KY-MC748498, LA, ME, MD-174968, MA-MLO174968, MI-174968, MN-MLO-174968, MS- 174968, MO- 174968, MT-174968, NE, NJ, NV-65929, NH, NM, NC-I-196451, ND-NDMLO174968, NY Licensed Mortgage Banker-NYS Department of Financial Services, OH-MLO-OH.174968, OK-MLO21645, OR, PA-81070, RI, SC-BFI-MLO - 174968, SD-174968.MLO, TN-225000, TX-SML, VT-MLO-174968, VA-MLO-52016VA, WA-MLO-174968, WI-174968, WY-101816 , WV- LO-174968 | Movement Mortgage LLC. All rights reserved. NMLS ID #39179 (For licensing information, go to: www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org(opens in a new tab)). Additional information available at movement.com/legal. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock-in. Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits.Scott Clirehugh | Loan OfficerNMLS 97357Mobile (253) 334-485411255 Kirkland Way, Suite 110, Kirkland, WA 98033www.movement.com/scott-clirehughAL-78461, AK-AK97357, AR-Temporary Authority, AZ-1006771, CA-DBO97357, CO-100522978, CT-LO-97357, DE- MLO-97357, FL-LO68238, GA-97357, HI-97357, IA-46410, IN-46572, IL-031.0062252, KS-LO.0043640, KY-MC748497, LA, MD-26-97357, MA-MLO97357, ME, MN-MLO-97357, MI-97357, MO-97357, MT-97357, NC-I-198015, NE, ND- NDMLO97357, NH, NM, NV-66638, OH-MLO-OH.97357, OK-MLO21647, PA-81154, SC-MLO-97357, SD-97357.MLO, TN-233851, TX, VA-MLO-52014VA, WA-MLO-97357, WI-97357, WY-101815 | Movement Mortgage LLC. All rights reserved. NMLS ID #39179 (For licensing information, go to: READY FOR REAL ESTATE SUCCESS? Book your call HERE for your next move. RESOURCES + LINKSWork w/ SRMD: HEREJoin our FREE Facebook Groups: HEREFOLLOW + CONNECTConnect with SRMD: Website | Instagram | FacebookLiked this episode? Share it on social and tag me @semiretiredmdLove the show? Leave a 5-star review and let me know!

Nov 9, 2025 • 13min
What Type of Property Should I Buy?
What kind of rental property should you invest in first—short-term or long-term?If you're stuck on this question, you're not alone—and the wrong choice could cost you time, money, and tax benefits.Many high-income professionals dive into real estate without aligning their first property purchase with their financial goals—and end up missing out on key tax savings or getting overwhelmed by property management.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:The key differences between short-term and long-term rentals, including risk, return, and workloadWhy short-term rentals can offer powerful tax advantages—even for full-time physiciansHow to align your first investment property with your long-term wealth and lifestyle goalsREADY FOR REAL ESTATE SUCCESS? Book your call HERE for your next move. RESOURCES + LINKSWork w/ SRMD: HEREJoin our FREE Facebook Groups: HEREFOLLOW + CONNECTConnect with SRMD: Website | Instagram | FacebookLiked this episode? Share it on social and tag me @semiretiredmdLove the show? Leave a 5-star review and let me know!

Nov 2, 2025 • 38min
How Dr. Alex Schloe Built Financial Freedom Through Assisted Living Real Estate
What if one real estate investment could unlock your time freedom—while filling a critical healthcare gap?Too many doctors try to build wealth by working harder or picking the “easiest” investment strategy—only to burn out or break even.But there’s a powerful, often overlooked niche in real estate that not only offers significant cash flow—it also allows you to serve aging patients with dignity.In this episode, Dr. Alex Schloe shares how he built a thriving real estate business focused on residential assisted living—all while practicing medicine and prioritizing his family.By the time you finish listening, you’ll discover:How residential assisted living (RAL) can cash flow $10K–$20K per month from a single homeWhy this “Silver Tsunami” opportunity is one of the most recession-resistant niches in real estateThree different ways to invest in assisted living—no matter how much time you haveHow Alex balanced full-time active duty, parenting, and entrepreneurship to create long-term freedomMeet Dr. Alex SchloeDr. Alex Schloe is a Christian, husband, father, Air Force veteran, doctor, real estate investor, and entrepreneur.He is the co-founder of the RAL Room Assisted Living Mastermind and host of The Physicians and Properties Podcast. Through his own journey from full-time active duty to part-time clinical work and real estate entrepreneurship, Alex has helped others explore assisted living as a path to time and financial freedom.In this conversation, he shares how he scaled his portfolio of residential assisted living homes, the mindset shifts that helped him stay focused, and why this niche is uniquely positioned to meet a growing need in healthcare.READY FOR REAL ESTATE SUCCESS? Book your call HERE for your next move. RESOURCES + LINKSWork w/ SRMD: HEREJoin our FREE Facebook Groups: HEREFOLLOW + CONNECTConnect with SRMD: Website | Instagram | FacebookLiked this episode? Share it on social and tag me @semiretiredmdLove the show? Leave a 5-star review and let me know!

Oct 26, 2025 • 33min
Aline & Carlos: How to Build a Successful Real Estate Portfolio with Assisted Living Facilities
What if you could invest in real estate and make a real difference at the same time? Aline and Carlos Zamora chose assisted living facilities as their path to financial freedom—and impact.In this episode, they share how they went from full-time doctors to full-time real estate investors. They talk about how they found their first deal, hired the right team, and learned to run a care-based business.If you're looking for a unique way to grow your portfolio, this episode will show you what's possible.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:How Aline and Carlos bought and scaled their assisted living facilityWhat makes assisted living different from other real estate investmentsHow they built confidence to leave medicine and go all-in on their visionREADY FOR REAL ESTATE SUCCESS? Book your call HERE for your next move. RESOURCES + LINKSWork w/ SRMD: HEREJoin our FREE Facebook Groups: HEREFOLLOW + CONNECTConnect with SRMD: Website | Instagram | FacebookLiked this episode? Share it on social and tag me @semiretiredmdLove the show? Leave a 5-star review and let me know!

Oct 19, 2025 • 39min
Dream Bigger: From Limiting Beliefs to Six Short-Term Rentals with Dr. Lama Noureddine
Dr. Lama Noureddine, an academic nephrologist and mother of four, shares her inspiring journey from fear and limiting beliefs to becoming a successful real estate investor. She reveals how she built a portfolio of six short-term rentals while juggling a full-time career. Lama discusses leveraging tax strategies like bonus depreciation, the importance of self-managing properties, and the value of community support. Her advice? Dream big, embrace action despite imperfections, and transform your relationship with time to achieve financial freedom.

Oct 12, 2025 • 36min
How to Build a High-Cashflow Real Estate Business With Sober Living Homes with Rebecca and Scott Steenbergh
What if your real estate investments could create financial freedom and transform lives at the same time?Too often, doctors think they have to choose between profit and purpose. But Rebecca and Scott Steenbergh discovered a strategy that delivers both — and it’s not your typical rental model.By investing in sober living homes, they’ve created a portfolio that not only cashflows but also supports people in recovery — offering them stability, dignity, and a real shot at a new life.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:How Rebecca and Scott built cashflow and impact through investing in sober living homesWhy this unique real estate model aligned with their values as physiciansThe critical systems and mindset shifts that helped them scale while serving a vulnerable populationREADY FOR REAL ESTATE SUCCESS? Book your call HERE for your next move. RESOURCES + LINKSWork w/ SRMD: HEREJoin our FREE Facebook Groups: HEREFOLLOW + CONNECTConnect with SRMD: Website | Instagram | FacebookLiked this episode? Share it on social and tag me @semiretiredmdLove the show? Leave a 5-star review and let me know!

Oct 5, 2025 • 50min
Tax Breaks for 2025 and Beyond: How Real Estate Can Slash Your Tax Bill with Amanda Hann and Matt MacFarland
Are you unknowingly giving away more money to taxes than you spend on food, clothing, and housing combined?Many high-income earners—especially physicians—make this one costly mistake: they accept high taxes as inevitable and never take action to change their situation.But what if we told you that by learning a few key strategies, you could legally slash your tax bill and keep more of what you earn?BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:Why taxes are your biggest expense—and how to start thinking like the wealthy to change thatCommon tax write-offs real estate investors and business owners miss out onHow “strategy stacking” and the 2025 tax law changes could help you unlock massive tax savingsREADY FOR REAL ESTATE SUCCESS? Book your call HERE for your next move. RESOURCES + LINKSWork w/ SRMD: HEREJoin our FREE Facebook Groups: HEREFOLLOW + CONNECTConnect with SRMD: Website | Instagram | FacebookLiked this episode? Share it on social and tag me @semiretiredmdLove the show? Leave a 5-star review and let me know!


