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Most business owners assume that because they have an accountant, they have a tax strategy. They don’t.
Small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) leave money on the table every year by missing out on valuable tax credits. Two of the most commonly overlooked credits? The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) and the Research & Development (R&D) tax credit.
Every business owner wants to save money on taxes. And plenty of people think a great tax pro can work some magic to make that happen — even if the books are a little messy. But the truth is, even the best tax strategist can only work with what they’re given. If your books aren’t clear, complete, and accurate, you’re probably leaving money on the table — or setting yourself up for an expensive fix later.
Most business owners don’t think much about their exit strategy until they’re ready to sell, retire, or pass the business down. And...
Most business owners assume their CPA is “taking care of the tax stuff.” And to be fair, they probably are — at least the basics. Your return gets filed. The IRS stays off your back. You sign a few forms and move on with your life.
Retirement plans aren’t just about retirement.
It’s a familiar story for many business owners: you diligently set money aside for taxes throughout the year, maybe a fixed percentage of your revenue. You think you’re prepared. Then, tax season hits, and the actual bill is far higher than anticipated. Suddenly, you’re scrambling, shuffling funds, maybe even dipping into a line of credit just to pay the IRS. That perfectly good tax budget didn’t prevent a cash flow crisis.
Few words strike more unease into a business owner than “IRS audit.” The thought alone can be stressful, imagining a deep dive into your financials and the potential for penalties.