Tax & employment structure
The employment-structure decision (W-2 vs 1099, employed vs partner track, academic vs private) sets the rest of your financial life for the next decade. These guides cover the practical tax and structure questions oncology fellows face during and after the offer stage.
SEP-IRA vs Solo 401(k) for oncology contractors
Both cap out at similar dollar amounts. The differences that matter are Roth access, contribution timing, and loan flexibility.
State tax residency for locum-oriented fellows
If you're planning a 1099-heavy first year across multiple states, your residency choice is worth 3–7% of gross income. Here's what actually determines it.
W-2 vs 1099 for graduating oncology fellows
The employed-vs-contractor decision is upstream of your retirement plan, your deductions, and your first-year cash flow. Here's how to think about it.
All content is pre-CPA review during scaffold phase.
Every article on this pillar is drafted from published guidance and general practice patterns, then reviewed by a physician-focused CPA before promotion from “Draft” to “Published.” None of it constitutes tax advice for your specific situation. Before acting, consult a CPA who works with physicians in the state where you'll practice.