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The Great Tax Reset of 2026: Why Your Paycheck Shrank and What It Means for Your Work-Optional Goal
If you’re a mid-career professional in medical sales, you likely know firsthand that it’s not easy to keep all your financial plates spinning: commissions, travel, taxes, family obligations, and that ever-present dream of making work optional. The truth is, unless Congress acts, the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) individual provisions expire at the end of 2025. And when the calendar flips to January 2026, much of what you’re used to about your take-home pay could change in
David Dedman
Jan 208 min read


Georgia Med Sales: Tax-Conscious Retirement Income Strategies
Introduction to Georgia’s Tax Landscape When you’re a medical sales professional in the prime of your career—earning high commissions and juggling relentless quotas—the idea of an early retirement can feel both tempting and daunting. Georgia’s generous tax policies might make that transition a lot smoother. While other states nickel-and-dime retirees, Georgia extends a friendly hand through its Retirement Income Exclusion (RIE). If you’re 62 to 64, you can exclude up to $35,0
David Dedman
Jan 137 min read


Tax Deductible Expenses for Traveling Medical Device Reps
Tax-Deductible Expenses for Traveling Medical Device Reps If you’re a medical device sales professional, you probably know the life of airports, hospital corridors, and high-pressure quotas all too well. Traveling from city to city can bring in substantial commissions, but it also creates a tax challenge if you’re not careful. Many reps leave savings on the table—especially when it comes to deducting business expenses they rack up on the road. Understanding which costs qualif
David Dedman
Dec 23, 20258 min read


Strategies to Minimize Quarterly Commission Tax Payments
If you’re in medical sales, you already know how quickly those big commission checks can disappear once taxes get taken out—especially if you’re earning in the $200k–$350k range and constantly on the go to meet quotas. I know it can feel frustrating to see a large chunk withheld right as you’re juggling airport security lines, last-minute hotel bookings, and never-ending client calls. But there are ways to strategize those taxes down so you keep more of your income in your po
David Dedman
Dec 4, 20257 min read


Beyond the Ballot Box: Safeguarding Your 'Work-Optional' Plan Post-Election
Beyond the Ballot Box: Safeguarding Your ‘Work-Optional’ Plan Post-Election Introduction: Election Aftershocks vs. Long-Term Vision Few events stir the emotional pot of American life quite like a presidential election. For those of us in the high-pressure realm of medical sales, election results can feel especially meaningful—especially if you’re pushing hard to reach a “work-optional” lifestyle where your day job becomes a choice rather than a necessity. Every new administra
David Dedman
Nov 13, 20257 min read


Beyond the Max-Out: The New 2026 Contribution Limits and Your Early Retirement Plan
Imagine waking up on a typical Monday morning, but instead of hustling to meet aggressive quotas or catching another flight to a client...
David Dedman
Oct 16, 202510 min read


How to Reduce Taxes on a $250k Medical Device Salary
How to Reduce Taxes on a $250k Medical Device Salary There’s nothing like that rush when a big commission check drops into your account....
David Dedman
Oct 9, 20258 min read


Texas Med Device Reps: The Ultimate Guide to Tax Minimization
If you’re a mid-career medical device sales professional in Texas, earning anywhere from $200K to $350K—and especially if you’re juggling...
David Dedman
Oct 2, 20257 min read


Should Medical Sales Reps Incorporate for Potential Tax Benefits
Should Medical Sales Reps Incorporate for Potential Tax Benefits? Medical sales reps often rely on high commission checks that can feel...
David Dedman
Sep 23, 20256 min read


Optimizing Commission Taxes for Medical Device Reps
Ever feel like your commission check comes in one door and waltzes straight out the other? If you’re a medical device sales professional,...
David Dedman
Sep 2, 202510 min read


Beyond the 401(k): Unpacking the New 'Trump Accounts' and Their Impact on Your Family's Finances
Beyond the 401(k): Unpacking the New “Trump Accounts” and Their Impact on Your Family’s Finances Picture this: you’re halfway through a...
David Dedman
Aug 14, 20259 min read


Smart Tax Reduction Game Plan for Medical Device Reps
Smart Tax Reduction Game Plan for Medical Device Sales Reps Picture this: you’re wrapping up another whirlwind quarter, traveling every...
David Dedman
Jul 29, 20258 min read


The New $4 Trillion Tax Law: How Medical Sales Professionals Can Accelerate Early Retirement
If you’re a mid-career medical sales professional feeling the pressure of constant travel, relentless quotas, and looming tax bills,...
David Dedman
Jul 24, 20259 min read


The 2026 Tax Cliff: A Critical Alert for Medical Sales Professionals
Sometimes the difference between feeling confident in your financial plan and wondering where it all went lies in the tax code. If...
David Dedman
Jul 10, 20258 min read


Maximize Your 401k: Strategies for High-Earning Medical Sales Professionals
Let's be honest – when you're crushing your quota but watching a third of your commission check vanish to taxes, retirement planning...
David Dedman
Jun 3, 20255 min read
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