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Real tax planning for small businesses.

  1. 6D AGO

    Paying Yourself as a Business Owner: What Works and What Causes Problems

    How you pay yourself as a business owner can have a biggerimpact on your taxes than most people realize.   In this episode of TQ Talks, we discuss the different waysbusiness owners take income, how owner pay is viewed from a tax perspective,and why certain approaches work better than others. We cover common mistakes,why this issue comes up most often for S-Corporation owners, and how paydecisions can create problems if they’re not thought through properly.   This episode helps you understand how owner pay fits intooverall tax planning and why getting it right matters throughout the year. For more information go to: www.TQFinancials.com

    13 min

  2. FEB 19

    Business Structure and Taxes: Where Real Savings Actually Come From

    Many business owners focus on deductions, but the biggesttax impact often comes from how the business is structured.   In this episode of TQ Talks, we explain how entitystructure affects taxation, why structure matters more than write-offs, and howthe way income flows through a business can change the overall tax outcome. Wediscuss why structure decisions are a key part of tax planning and how theyinfluence taxes throughout the year — not just at filing time.   This episode helps you understand where real tax savingstypically come from and why planning around structure is often more effectivethan chasing deductions. For more information go to:www.TQFinancials.com

    14 min

  3. FEB 12

    Overtime Pay Without the Tax Hit: Who Benefits and Who Doesn’t

    Overtime pay without the tax hit sounds appealing — but noteveryone will benefit the same way.   In this episode of TQ Talks, we break down how the newno-tax-on-overtime rule works, who may actually see a benefit, and where thelimitations come into play. We discuss how overtime pay is treated for taxpurposes, what hasn’t been fully clarified yet, and why some workers may seeless impact than expected.   This episode is focused on setting realistic expectationsand helping you understand whether this change applies to your situation. For more information go to: www.TQFinancials.com

    11 min

  4. FEB 5

    No Tax on Tips Sounds Great — But Who Actually Qualifies?

    The idea of “no tax on tips” has gotten a lot of attention — but the reality is more nuanced than the headlines suggest.   In this episode of TQ Talks, we break down what theno-tax-on-tips rule actually means, who may qualify, and where the limitationscome into play. We discuss how tips are treated for tax purposes, what hasn’tbeen fully clarified yet, and why not everyone who earns tips will see the samebenefit.   This episode is focused on setting realistic expectationsand helping you understand whether this change applies to your situation. For more information go to: www.TQFinancials.com

    12 min

  5. JAN 29

    The $40,000 SALT Deduction: Who Actually Benefits and Who Doesn’t

    The SALT deduction has changed, but the benefit isn’t asbroad as the headlines suggest.   In this episode of TQ Talks, we explain what the new$40,000 SALT deduction actually covers, who qualifies, and why many taxpayersmay see little to no impact. We break down how state and local taxes work, howitemizing factors in, and why this rule still matters even in states with nostate income tax.   This episode focuses on clarity over hype, helping youunderstand whether this change truly affects your tax situation. For more information go to www.TQFinancials.com

    16 min

  6. 06/27/2025

    Haven’t Filed Business Taxes in Years? Start Here.

    Think you’re too far behind to catch up on your business taxes? Think again. We’re breaking down what to do if you haven’t filed in a while—how to get income records, track expenses, and rebuild your compliance game without panicking. For more information go to www.TQFinancials.com

    13 min

  7. 06/20/2025

    Your Profit Looks Great—Until the IRS Calls

    Too many first-gen business owners celebrate profit without realizing the tax bill coming behind it. Whether you’re a sole prop or running a corporation, we dive into why your earnings could equal IRS debt—and how to prepare before you file. For more information go to www.TQFinancials.com

    18 min

  8. 06/13/2025

    Stop Mixing Your Money Like a Margarita

    If your business and personal money are in one big financial blender, the IRS is not going to be impressed. In this episode, we break down what commingling really is, why it’s hurting your business, and simple ways to clean up your financial trail before it costs you. For more information go to www.TQFinancials.com

    18 min
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Real tax planning for small businesses.

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  • Creator
    Craig White
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Craig White
  • Show Website
    TQ Talks