Podcast Episodes

Independent Contractor or Employee? Hiring Mistakes That Trigger an IRS Audit

Misclassifying workers is one of the biggest mistakes a business owner can make. It might seem cheaper to pay someone as a 1099 contractor, but if th…

11 months, 2 weeks ago

Why the Wealthy Use Oil & Gas Investments to Cut Six Figures Off Their Taxes

Most tax strategies give you either a write-off or long-term growth. Oil and gas gives you both. With IRS Code 263(c), you get massive upfront deduct…

11 months, 3 weeks ago

Q&A: The Tax Strategy Hierarchy Every Small Business Owner Should Know

If I were starting a business today, this is exactly how I’d approach tax planning from the ground up. In this episode, we're tackling tax strategy h…

1 year ago

How Section 831(b) Captive Insurance Protects Your Business and Saves You Taxes

Most business owners think of insurance as a necessary expense, but what if it could double as a tool to cut taxes? With a Section 831(b) captive ins…

1 year ago

The #1 Retirement Mistake Business Owners Make (And How to Fix It)

Retirement expert Matt Ruttenberg walks through 5 real-world business scenarios and how to choose the smartest retirement plan for each. Whether you'…

1 year ago

Partnership vs. S Corp | How Basis Can Make or Break Your Tax Bill

Taking money out of your business isn’t always tax-free. If you’re not tracking your basis, you could get hit with a surprise capital gains tax, even…

1 year ago

Don’t Mix Passive and Active Income! Your Entity Structure is Why You're Overpaying on Taxes

Mixing active and passive income in one entity could be costing you thousands. In this episode, we break down why separating your income streams is e…

1 year ago

Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ Just Changed Your Taxes Forever – What’s Inside

Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill just became law. What’s actually in it? On July 4th, the biggest tax overhaul since 2017 was signed, and it’s packed with …

1 year, 1 month ago

Why Loans Get Denied (Don't Apply for a Mortgage Until You Do This)

When you're self-employed, getting approved for a mortgage isn't as straightforward as it is for W-2 employees. In this episode, Mike sits down with …

1 year, 1 month ago

Don't Make These EXPENSIVE Mistakes | Mid-Year Tax Checkup

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1 year, 1 month ago