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Single member LLC vs S corp tax differences explained

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Single member LLC vs S corp tax differences explained

When your LLC earns enough, self-employment tax may justify switching to an S corp structure.

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How business owners legally reduce their tax bill

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How business owners legally reduce their tax bill

Buy assets, use depreciation, and reimburse yourself to lower taxable profit instead of giving it to the government.

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How buying an airplane can eliminate your tax bill

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How buying an airplane can eliminate your tax bill

High-profit business owners can get a 100% deduction on airplane purchases to offset taxable income.

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How to maximize your business travel deductions

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How to maximize your business travel deductions

Upgrade flights, cars, and meals for bigger write-offs, but groceries don't count and entertainment needs a business guest.

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Why W-2 employees struggle to build wealth vs self-employed

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Why W-2 employees struggle to build wealth vs self-employed

Compares the wealth-building challenges faced by W-2 employees versus self-employed individuals.

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Why hiding income in cash doesn't work with the IRS

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Why hiding income in cash doesn't work with the IRS

The IRS can trace unexplained cash spending and will audit multiple years if they catch you lying.

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How to think about business write-offs when you have a W2 job

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How to think about business write-offs when you have a W2 job

If you have W2 income plus a side business, maximize legitimate business deductions to lower your overall taxable income.

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Why business owners build wealth faster than W2 employees

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Why business owners build wealth faster than W2 employees

Businesses deduct expenses before taxes while W2 workers pay taxes on their full income first.

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Why you don't need to fear an IRS audit

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Why you don't need to fear an IRS audit

If you follow the rules and avoid shady deductions, you have nothing to worry about during an audit.

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How a 1031 exchange postpones capital gains tax

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How a 1031 exchange postpones capital gains tax

A 1031 exchange lets you move capital gains to a new property, but you'll pay the tax when you eventually sell.

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How deductions put real money in your pocket

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How deductions put real money in your pocket

Business deductions like mileage reimbursement and meals let you move money from your company to yourself tax-free.

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Business travel expenses are fully deductible

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Business travel expenses are fully deductible

Track all travel costs including first class flights, hotels, rental cars, and mileage — they all reduce your taxable income.

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How business deductions help you keep more money

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How business deductions help you keep more money

Turn everyday expenses into tax-free benefits through a business, then only pay tax on the remaining profit.

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How 1031 exchanges postpone capital gains tax

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How 1031 exchanges postpone capital gains tax

A 1031 exchange lets you move capital gains to a new property, but you pay the tax when you eventually sell.

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The ribeye effect explains why business deductions save money

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The ribeye effect explains why business deductions save money

Business owners can deduct expenses, effectively paying half price compared to W2 employees who pay with after-tax dollars.

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Year-end business expenses need to happen before December 31st

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Year-end business expenses need to happen before December 31st

Review your profit and loss, then make necessary purchases before year-end to deduct them on this year's taxes.

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How college students can reduce their tax burden

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How college students can reduce their tax burden

Encourages college students to consult a tax professional to keep more of their earnings.

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LLC vs S corp and why you need to know the difference

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LLC vs S corp and why you need to know the difference

Check your IRS SS4 letter to see if you're a single-member LLC or S corp, since S corps skip that 12% self-employment tax.

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When to switch from sole proprietor to S corp

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When to switch from sole proprietor to S corp

Switch to an S corp when you're making enough that the self-employment tax savings on profits outweigh the payroll requirements.

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Why business owners build wealth faster than W2 employees

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Why business owners build wealth faster than W2 employees

Lower your taxable income by taking a smaller salary and using legitimate business reimbursements for mileage, meals, and travel.

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How to think about business write-offs with W2 income

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How to think about business write-offs with W2 income

If you have W2 income and a side business, maximize legitimate business deductions to lower your overall taxable income.

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What to do if you can't pay your tax bill

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What to do if you can't pay your tax bill

Bring in last year's taxes for a free review to see if you overpaid.

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How buying an airplane can be a 100% business deduction

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How buying an airplane can be a 100% business deduction

High-profit business owners can deduct the full cost of an airplane purchase, potentially saving 30-40% in taxes.

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How to deduct rental property losses on your taxes

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How to deduct rental property losses on your taxes

Self-managing your rental property can qualify you as a real estate professional, turning passive losses into active deductions.

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