Stay out of debt.  Lease a house with an option to buy.  Do not buy into a practice.  Sign no restrictive covenant (non-competition clause).  Have a second practice within driving distance so you can go there if the first practice falls through for any reason.  Better yet, work at two sites at all times.  That way, you are less likely to be coerced by a squeeze-play at either place. 

    "Think like a pirate."  The other side does. 

    Understand the components of overhead in a medical practice, and the amounts for your specialty in your area (Read Medical Economics). 

    Whoever is trying to bring you to town should show you the books.  If he doesn't, you cannot decide in vafor of that practice, no matter how attractive it may seem.  If you do not understand what is being said about money or anything else, someone is lying.  You should have a clear idea of exactly what you will be doing and how much Incentive, Autonomy, Efficiency, and Equity you should expect.  If you don't know after the interview, go elsewhere. 

     Always work a few days at a place.  It's like a trial marriage...