If you're a 1099 physician earning $350K or more, you've probably heard advice like "just write it off" or "put the car through the business." But that's not how the tax code actually works. In this episode, CPA Stephen Lee, founder of The Locum CPA, breaks down what self-employed physicians can legitimately deduct, what usually isn't deductible, and the gray areas where physicians get into trouble.

We cover:

• Professional expenses (licensing, malpractice, CME, board certification)
• Technology and equipment — business vs. personal use
• Vehicle deductions and the commuting rules that trip people up
• Travel expenses and why your "tax home" matters for locum physicians
• Home office deductions, meals, and entertainment
• Health insurance and retirement planning strategies
• Why maximizing deductions isn't where the biggest tax planning opportunities are for high-income earners

The difference between good tax planning and aggressive tax behavior comes down to one question: Is this genuinely connected to your business? Stephen explains how to think like a business owner, not just a high earner chasing write-offs.

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