Tax Reduction Podcast

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Introducing your host, Boris Musheyev, CPA. In this podcast Boris debunks the tax code by teaching you simple and effective tax strategies, so you can keep the most of what you make. His mission is to help you cut taxes and build wealth using the power of proactive tax strategies. Every episode you will gain a better understanding of how the tax code is designed to be in favor of money-making entrepreneurs like yourself. 🆓 Download FREE PDF: 7 Write-Offs Every S-Corporation Business Owner MUST Know: https://www.7taxwriteoffs.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=homepage

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May 1, 2026Episode 5628 min

Episode 56. How To Pay $0 In Taxes Using Real Estate

Interested in Tax Strategy for your Business? Send us a message with your email address and we’ll help you get started!If you want to know how to pay $0 in taxes as a business owner, this video is for you. I sat down with Rod Khleif, a real estate investor, entrepreneur, and host of one of the largest real estate podcasts in the world (Lifetime Cash Flow), to break down exactly how he pays $0 in taxes using real estate, and how you can do the same thing.Rod has owned over 2,000 houses, owns thousands of apartment units, and is currently buying senior housing facilities in Texas. He also famously lost $50 million in the 2008 crash and built it all back. In this interview, we cover his comeback story, the mindset shift that took him from making $8,000 a year to over $100,000, and the exact tax strategies he uses to pay zero in taxes year after year.First, Rod explains why 90% of millionaires either made their money in real estate or invested in it, and the main reason is the tax benefits. We talk about how the tax code is literally written to encourage real estate ownership, and how full-time real estate investors can legally write off their entire income.Then I break down the real estate professional status and the 750 hour rule, what it actually means, and how business owners can qualify to write off active income against real estate losses. We also cover passive investing for business owners who don't have time to be an operator, and how passive losses from real estate can offset passive income.Next, Rod and I get into cost segregation and bonus depreciation, the two strategies that allow real estate investors to write off 60 to 70% of their investment in the first year instead of waiting 39 years for commercial property depreciation. I explain how this works for S corporation owners and high-income business owners who want to reduce their tax bill fast.We also cover the BRRRR method (Buy, Renovate, Refinance, Repeat) and how Rod uses it on apartment complexes and senior housing to pull money out tax-free for his investors. If you want to understand how real syndications work, how investors get their money back, and how the cash flow gets split between operators and limited partners, this part is for you.Finally, Rod talks about the opportunities in real estate right now, why properties are selling for 35% less than they did in 2022, and why senior housing and assisted living are some of the biggest opportunities for business owners looking to invest passively or become operators.𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗥𝗼𝗱 𝗞𝗵𝗹𝗲𝗶𝗳:🔗 https://rodslinks.com/🔗 https://rodkhleif.com/🆓 Download FREE PDF: 7 Write-Offs Every S-Corporation Business Owner MUST Know: https://7taxwriteoffs.com/?el=podcast&htrafficsource=buzzsprout*Disclaimer This material & presentation content is for informational and educational purposes only. This material and presentation content is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. It is not intended to serve as legal, tax, or other financial advice related to individual situations. Because each individual’s legal, tax, and financial situation is different, specific advice should be tailored to the particular circumstances. For this reason, you are advised to consult with your attorney, accountant, tax preparer, and/or other advisor regarding your specific situation or your client’s specific situation. The information and all accompanying material are for your use and convenience only.

April 24, 2026Episode 5514 min

Episode 55: Accepting Crypto Payments In Your S Corporation

Interested in Tax Strategy for your Business? Send us a message with your email address and we’ll help you get started!Accepting crypto as payment in your S-Corporation? Before you do ANYTHING, listen to this podcast. Crypto inside an S-Corporation doesn't work like a stock investment, real estate, or even holding crypto personally. The IRS has specific rules for digital assets inside a business, and if you don't understand them, a profitable decision can quickly turn into a tax nightmare.In this podcast, I walk you through the 5 critical tax rules every S-Corporation owner MUST know before accepting, holding, or trading cryptocurrency inside their business. Plus, a powerful retirement account strategy that lets you invest in crypto completely tax-free (legally).🆓 Download FREE PDF: 7 Write-Offs Every S-Corporation Business Owner MUST Know: https://7taxwriteoffs.com/?el=podcast&htrafficsource=buzzsprout*Disclaimer This material & presentation content is for informational and educational purposes only. This material and presentation content is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. It is not intended to serve as legal, tax, or other financial advice related to individual situations. Because each individual’s legal, tax, and financial situation is different, specific advice should be tailored to the particular circumstances. For this reason, you are advised to consult with your attorney, accountant, tax preparer, and/or other advisor regarding your specific situation or your client’s specific situation. The information and all accompanying material are for your use and convenience only.

April 17, 2026Episode 5413 min

Episode 54: 5 IRS Audit Flags for Business Owners

Interested in Tax Strategy for your Business? Send us a message with your email address and we’ll help you get started!5 IRS Audit Triggers Every Business Owner Must Avoid in 2026. If you're running a business and taking write-offs, the IRS may already be watching. In this podcast, I break down the five biggest IRS audit red flags that get business owners flagged, and exactly how to avoid them.The IRS doesn't audit business owners randomly. They use algorithms to compare your tax return against thousands of other business owners in your income bracket and industry. If your return looks abnormal, you get flagged.First, I cover consistent business losses and why repeated losses on your tax return signal to the IRS that your business might be a hobby, not a real business. Then I explain how meals, travel, and lifestyle write-offs get business owners in trouble when personal expenses start getting disguised as business deductions.I also break down under-reporting income, one of the fastest ways to trigger an IRS audit, especially when your reported income doesn't match the 1099s the IRS already has on file. If you have income coming in from Stripe, Zelle, wire transfers, checks, or cash, you need to hear this.Next, I cover sloppy tax returns and rounded numbers, a red flag most business owners completely overlook. When every number on your return ends in zero, the IRS sees that as guessing, and that destroys your credibility.Finally, I explain why Schedule C businesses get audited more than any other filing type, and when it makes sense to move from a Schedule C to an S Corporation for better structure and lower audit risk.At the end, I break down the IRS 3-year audit rule, the 6-year rule for under-reported income, and why there is no time limit when fraud is involved.🆓 Download FREE PDF: 7 Write-Offs Every S-Corporation Business Owner MUST Know: https://7taxwriteoffs.com/?el=podcast&htrafficsource=buzzsprout*Disclaimer This material & presentation content is for informational and educational purposes only. This material and presentation content is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. It is not intended to serve as legal, tax, or other financial advice related to individual situations. Because each individual’s legal, tax, and financial situation is different, specific advice should be tailored to the particular circumstances. For this reason, you are advised to consult with your attorney, accountant, tax preparer, and/or other advisor regarding your specific situation or your client’s specific situation. The information and all accompanying material are for your use and convenience only.

April 5, 2026Episode 5313 min

Episode 53: PTE Tax Strategy Changes in 2026

Interested in Tax Strategy for your Business? Send us a message with your email address and we’ll help you get started!The PTE tax strategy is changing in 2026 but it is NOT going away. If your accountant told you to stop using the pass through entity tax strategy because the SALT cap increased to $40,000, they are wrong. In this podcast, I break down exactly what changed with the PTE tax strategy, why the $40,000 SALT deduction limit is misleading for profitable business owners, and why the PTE pass through entity tax election is more important now than ever.In 2017, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act put a $10,000 cap on state and local tax deductions, also known as the SALT cap. That meant business owners who were paying $30,000, $40,000, or even $200,000 in state income taxes could only deduct $10,000 on their personal tax return. States fought back and created the PTE pass through entity tax, which lets S corporation and LLC owners convert personal state income taxes into a business tax deduction. This strategy has saved our clients tens of thousands of dollars every year.Now in 2026, the One Big Beautiful Act raised the SALT cap from $10,000 to $40,000. A lot of accountants are telling their clients the PTE strategy is no longer needed. Here is what they are missing: there is a modified adjusted gross income phase out. If your total income is $500,000 or more, the $40,000 SALT cap starts dropping. If your income is $600,000 or more, your SALT cap goes right back down to $10,000. That means the PTE tax strategy is still critical for every profitable S corporation and LLC owner.I also walk you through exactly how to make a PTE election, when the deadlines are by state, why you should pay your PTE taxes quarterly, and how to claim the PTE tax credit on your personal return. If you are not using the pass through entity tax strategy with your tax advisor, you are overpaying in taxes.🆓 Download FREE PDF: 7 Write-Offs Every S-Corporation Business Owner MUST Know: https://7taxwriteoffs.com/?el=podcast&htrafficsource=buzzsprout*Disclaimer This material & presentation content is for informational and educational purposes only. This material and presentation content is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. It is not intended to serve as legal, tax, or other financial advice related to individual situations. Because each individual’s legal, tax, and financial situation is different, specific advice should be tailored to the particular circumstances. For this reason, you are advised to consult with your attorney, accountant, tax preparer, and/or other advisor regarding your specific situation or your client’s specific situation. The information and all accompanying material are for your use and convenience only.

March 27, 2026Episode 5221 min

Episode 52. Top 5 Easy To Use Tax Strategies

Interested in Tax Strategy for your Business? Send us a message with your email address and we’ll help you get started!Top 5 easy to use tax strategies that will reduce your taxes and save you money in 2026. These are my top 5 tax strategies every business owner needs to know.If you own a business, these five tax strategies are ones you need to start using today, and three of them can still be applied retroactively if you haven't filed yet.I break down each strategy step by step. First, I cover Trump accounts and how your business can take a $2,500 per employee tax deduction that's completely tax-free to your employees. Then I get into retirement on steroids - how a defined benefit plan combined with a 401k lets you put away $200,000 or more into retirement and take it as a business deduction, even retroactively.I also explain the difference between bonus depreciation and section 179 depreciation, including why section 179 might be the better option for most business owners, especially in states like New York and California that don't allow bonus depreciation. If you carry inventory, I walk you through the section 471 books and records method that lets you deduct 100% of your unsold ending inventory by filing form 3115 for an automatic accounting method change.Finally, I cover the PTE pass-through entity tax strategy and the new $40,000 SALT deduction limit, why this strategy still makes sense for every S corporation and LLC owner, and how it works as a legal double deduction. Whether you're a sole proprietor, S corporation owner, or LLC member, these five tax strategies can help you pay less in taxes in 2026.🆓 Download FREE PDF: 7 Write-Offs Every S-Corporation Business Owner MUST Know: https://7taxwriteoffs.com/?el=podcast&htrafficsource=buzzsprout*Disclaimer This material & presentation content is for informational and educational purposes only. This material and presentation content is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. It is not intended to serve as legal, tax, or other financial advice related to individual situations. Because each individual’s legal, tax, and financial situation is different, specific advice should be tailored to the particular circumstances. For this reason, you are advised to consult with your attorney, accountant, tax preparer, and/or other advisor regarding your specific situation or your client’s specific situation. The information and all accompanying material are for your use and convenience only.

March 13, 2026Episode 518 min

Episode 51. Cost Segregation For Dentists

Interested in Tax Strategy for your Business? Send us a message with your email address and we’ll help you get started!Cost Segregation for Dentists: Your accountant told you that you can't use a cost segregation study on the building you own because of passive loss rules. If you're a dentist or any medical professional, your accountant is wrong. In this podcast, I break down exactly why the passive loss rules don't apply to you and how you can take a massive depreciation deduction this year using cost segregation in 2026.I had a dentist call me last week with a $400,000 tax bill. His accountant told him cost segregation wasn't an option because he wasn't a real estate professional. That accountant was applying the passive loss rules exception incorrectly. If you own the building where your medical practice operates and you're the tenant, this is a medical professional tax deduction you need to know about.I walk you through the three things every medical professional needs to know about cost segregation for dentists. First, why your accountant said you can't do it and why that logic doesn't hold up. Second, the self-rental exception under Section 469 grouping that changes everything for dental practice tax planning. Third, how accelerated depreciation and real estate depreciation work together so the deduction actually hits your tax return.This is one of the most overlooked tax deductions for doctors, chiropractors, and physicians. Whether you need a chiropractor tax strategy or dentist tax planning, if you own your building, a cost segregation study can unlock a massive depreciation deduction in a single year. That's how powerful this medical practice tax savings strategy is for any S corporation tax strategy. 🆓 Download FREE PDF: 7 Write-Offs Every S-Corporation Business Owner MUST Know: https://7taxwriteoffs.com/?el=podcast&htrafficsource=buzzsprout*Disclaimer This material & presentation content is for informational and educational purposes only. This material and presentation content is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. It is not intended to serve as legal, tax, or other financial advice related to individual situations. Because each individual’s legal, tax, and financial situation is different, specific advice should be tailored to the particular circumstances. For this reason, you are advised to consult with your attorney, accountant, tax preparer, and/or other advisor regarding your specific situation or your client’s specific situation. The information and all accompanying material are for your use and convenience only.

March 6, 2026Episode 5011 min

Episode 50. How to Pay Yourself as an LLC Owner in 2026

Interested in Tax Strategy for your Business? Send us a message with your email address and we’ll help you get started!How to pay yourself as an LLC owner in 2026 — I break it down in 3 simple steps. Whether your LLC is taxed as a sole proprietorship, partnership, S corporation, or C corporation, I walk you through exactly how to pay yourself from your LLC the right way.I cover the four ways your LLC can be taxed and what each one means for how you take money out of your business. I explain the difference between owner's draws and distributions, how self-employment tax works at 15.3%, and when electing S corporation status can save you tens of thousands of dollars. If your LLC is making $100,000 or more in profit, I show you how to structure your compensation the smart way.I also get into the implementation side — how to determine your current tax classification, whether an S corp election makes sense for you, setting up payroll, taking reasonable compensation, and making your quarterly estimated tax payments on time. This is your complete guide to paying yourself legally and tax-efficiently as an LLC owner in 2026.🆓 Download FREE PDF: 7 Write-Offs Every S-Corporation Business Owner MUST Know: https://7taxwriteoffs.com/?el=podcast&htrafficsource=buzzsprout*Disclaimer This material & presentation content is for informational and educational purposes only. This material and presentation content is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. It is not intended to serve as legal, tax, or other financial advice related to individual situations. Because each individual’s legal, tax, and financial situation is different, specific advice should be tailored to the particular circumstances. For this reason, you are advised to consult with your attorney, accountant, tax preparer, and/or other advisor regarding your specific situation or your client’s specific situation. The information and all accompanying material are for your use and convenience only.

February 27, 2026Episode 4911 min

Episode 49. How to Use Trump Accounts as a Business Expense

Interested in Tax Strategy for your Business? Send us a message with your email address and we’ll help you get started!Trump Accounts are a brand new tax-advantaged savings account for children, and most business owners have NO IDEA they can use this as a business tax deduction.In this podcast, I break down exactly how Trump Accounts work, how you as a business owner can contribute up to $2,500 per year to your employees' children's Trump accounts as a 100% tax-deductible business expense, and how to combine this with hiring your own children in the business for even bigger savings.I go over what Trump Accounts are and who qualifies, the $1,000 government contribution for babies born 2025–2028, how employers can contribute $2,500 tax-free to employees' children's accounts, and why this beats giving a raise. I also show you how to hire your kids and pay them up to $16,100 tax-free in 2026, how to combine Trump Accounts with the $5,000 annual contribution limit, and how strategies like bonus depreciation, Section 179, R&D tax credits, and the QBI deduction all tie back into this.Let's also cover no tax on tips, no tax on overtime, and how these connect to Trump Accounts. Plus, a full step-by-step implementation plan so you can actually put this to work in your business.Whether you're an S corporation owner, sole proprietor, LLC, or partnership, this podcast shows you how to keep more money in your pocket using 2026 tax strategies that actually work.🆓 Download FREE PDF: 7 Write-Offs Every S-Corporation Business Owner MUST Know: https://7taxwriteoffs.com/?el=podcast&htrafficsource=buzzsprout*Disclaimer This material & presentation content is for informational and educational purposes only. This material and presentation content is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. It is not intended to serve as legal, tax, or other financial advice related to individual situations. Because each individual’s legal, tax, and financial situation is different, specific advice should be tailored to the particular circumstances. For this reason, you are advised to consult with your attorney, accountant, tax preparer, and/or other advisor regarding your specific situation or your client’s specific situation. The information and all accompanying material are for your use and convenience only.

February 6, 2026Episode 4811 min

Episode 48. Trump to Eliminate Income Tax For Business Owners

Interested in Tax Strategy for your Business? Send us a message with your email address and we’ll help you get started!Is Trump really eliminating income taxes for business owners? The short answer is no, but the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that passed on July 4th, 2025 made MASSIVE tax changes that directly benefit S corporation owners and small business owners right now. In this podcast, I break down exactly what's law versus what's just a proposal, why economists say eliminating income taxes won't work, and the 3 tax strategies for 2026 every business owner needs to know about immediately.Here's what happened: Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law, and while it didn't eliminate income taxes, it made the 20% qualified business income deduction (QBI deduction) permanent, brought back 100% bonus depreciation permanently, and locked in corporate tax rates at 21%. These are real tax law changes you can use on your 2026 tax return.Trump has also been saying he wants to completely replace income taxes with tariff revenue. The problem? The federal government collects $2.7 trillion from income taxes - that's 54% of all federal revenue. Tariffs only brought in $195 billion. The math doesn't work. Economists say trying to replace income taxes with tariffs would push the federal deficit to $4 trillion. So don't make business decisions based on something that isn't law.Here's what you SHOULD be doing: First, the QBI deduction is now permanent, which means S corporation owners can optimize their W-2 salary versus distributions with a long-term tax planning strategy instead of year-by-year guessing. Second, 100% bonus depreciation means every dollar you spend on qualified equipment, vehicles, and machinery is fully deductible in year one. If you've been considering equipment purchases, this is the time. Third, with corporate tax rates at 21% permanently, there's a C-corporation income shifting strategy that can create significant tax savings for S corporation owners in higher tax brackets, but this MUST be done properly with a tax advisor.If you own real estate in which your business operates, a cost segregation study just became even more valuable. You can reclassify building components to shorter depreciation periods and take advantage of 100% bonus depreciation against your business income.The bottom line: don't get distracted by the "Trump eliminating income taxes" headlines. Focus on the tax benefits that are ALREADY law and work with a tax advisor to maximize your deductions for 2026. If the income tax elimination proposal ever becomes real legislation, I'll be the first to break it down for you.🆓 Download FREE PDF: 7 Write-Offs Every S-Corporation Business Owner MUST Know: https://7taxwriteoffs.com/?el=podcast&htrafficsource=buzzsprout*Disclaimer This material & presentation content is for informational and educational purposes only. This material and presentation content is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. It is not intended to serve as legal, tax, or other financial advice related to individual situations. Because each individual’s legal, tax, and financial situation is different, specific advice should be tailored to the particular circumstances. For this reason, you are advised to consult with your attorney, accountant, tax preparer, and/or other advisor regarding your specific situation or your client’s specific situation. The information and all accompanying material are for your use and convenience only.

January 30, 2026Episode 476 min

Episode 47. Augusta Tax Strategy

Interested in Tax Strategy for your Business? Send us a message with your email address and we’ll help you get started!The Augusta Tax Strategy lets S corporation owners pay themselves tax-free money from their business, completely legal under Section 280A of the tax code. In this podcast, I break down exactly how this powerful Augusta rule tax strategy works, the 5 critical rules you must follow, and how to implement it correctly so you stay on the right side of the IRS.Here's the deal: If you rent your home to your business for 14 days or less per year for legitimate purposes like board meetings, strategic planning sessions, or client events, that rental income can be 100% tax-free to you personally. Meanwhile, your S corporation gets a full business deduction for the expense. This tax strategy for small business owners is a win-win when done right.Most business owners have never heard of the Section 280A rental strategy, and their accountants aren't telling them about it. That's a missed opportunity for thousands in tax savings for S corporation owners every single year. If you're focused on tax planning for 2026, this is one deduction you can't afford to ignore.In this podcast, you'll learn what the Augusta tax strategy is and where it comes from, how your S corporation can legally rent your home, the 14-day rule that makes this income tax-free, fair market value requirements for rental rates, documentation the IRS expects to see, why this doesn't work for sole proprietors, and real examples of how I use this strategy myself.Whether you're exploring tax saving strategies for high income earners or just looking to reduce your S corporation taxes with smart tax planning strategies, the Augusta strategy is one of the most overlooked strategies available. 🆓 Download FREE PDF: 7 Write-Offs Every S-Corporation Business Owner MUST Know: https://7taxwriteoffs.com/?el=podcast&htrafficsource=buzzsprout*Disclaimer This material & presentation content is for informational and educational purposes only. This material and presentation content is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. It is not intended to serve as legal, tax, or other financial advice related to individual situations. Because each individual’s legal, tax, and financial situation is different, specific advice should be tailored to the particular circumstances. For this reason, you are advised to consult with your attorney, accountant, tax preparer, and/or other advisor regarding your specific situation or your client’s specific situation. The information and all accompanying material are for your use and convenience only.