In this episode of the Know Your Numbers REI podcast, host Chris McCormack dives deep into the often-overlooked topic of tax traps that many Americans, especially business owners and real estate investors, fall into. Are you doing your own taxes? You might think you're saving money, but you could be missing out on significant tax savings and opportunities. Chris explains the crucial difference between tax preparation and tax planning, emphasizing that while filing taxes is necessary for compliance, it often leads to overpaying. Join us as Chris shares a compelling case study of a high-earning executive who saved $50,000 in his first year of working with a tax strategist. Learn about the importance of year-round tax planning, the common mistakes people make when filing their own taxes, and how to optimize your tax strategy for greater wealth accumulation. Whether you're a business owner, real estate investor, or a high-wage earner, this episode is packed with valuable insights that can help you keep more money in your pocket and reduce your tax burden. If you find value in this episode, please give us a five-star rating, follow, and share it with friends who could benefit from these insights. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• ➤➤➤ To become a client, schedule a call with our team ➤➤ https://www.betterbooksaccounting.co/contact •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Connect with Chris McCormack on Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chrismccormackcpa LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrismccormackcpa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrismccormackcpa Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/6384369318328034 → → → SUBSCRIBE TO BETTER BOOKS’ YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW ← ← ← https://www.youtube.com/@chrismccormackcpa The Know Your Numbers REI podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests.