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PTE Tax Election: The Ultimate S-Corp & LLC Strategy to Bypass the $10k SALT Cap

  Frustrated by the $10,000 SALT Cap? Discover the powerful, temporary tax strategy that S-Corp and LLC owners are using to bypass this limit and potentially save thousands on their federal taxes.   Are you a successful business owner, maybe running an S-Corp or LLC in a high-tax state like California, New York, or New…

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A Start-up Guide to the $500,000 R&D Tax Credit Payroll Offset

  R&D Tax Credit Doubled to $500,000! Are you an innovative startup? Learn how a recent update doubled the R&D payroll tax offset, putting up to half a million dollars back into your pocket, even if you’re not profitable.   If you’re building a startup, you know that every single dollar counts. We pour our…

A vibrant, professional illustration for a finance blog post. A founder stands at a crossroads. One path leads to a large bag of money with a huge red tax symbol on it. The other path, labeled 'QSBS: 5-Year Path,' leads to a locked treasure chest overflowing with $10 million in gold, with a green 'TAX-FREE' shield protecting it. The founder is looking at the treasure chest path, holding a key. The style is modern, friendly, and uses green and orange colors.

What is Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS)? The $10M Tax-Free Secret for Founders

  Want a $10 Million Tax-Free Startup Exit? This isn’t a fantasy. It’s a little-known U.S. tax code called QSBS, and understanding it could be the most valuable financial decision you ever make as a founder. Have you ever spent years, maybe even a decade, pouring your heart and soul into your startup? You’ve weathered…

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When going into business partnership, ‘this’ is a common mistake; you must know it to avoid failure

  Starting a Business With a Friend? This guide covers the 5 critical questions you MUST answer before you start, or risk losing both your business and your friendship.   Let’s be honest, the idea of starting a business with your best friend sounds like a dream, doesn’t it? You’ll conquer the world, make millions,…

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U.S. Samsung Sued Over ‘This’! What Companies Expanding to the U.S. Must Know: Differences in Labor Law Between the U.S. and Korea

  Confused by U.S. “At-Will” Employment? This common cultural and legal misunderstanding can lead to multi-million dollar lawsuits. Discover what “at-will” really means and how to protect your company from costly mistakes. Have you ever found yourself in a work situation that just felt… off? Maybe you saw a decision made that didn’t just seem…

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Securing Your Legacy: A Complete Guide to Buy-Sell Agreements

  What is a “Business Pre-nup”? Learn how a Buy-Sell Agreement is the most powerful tool for securing your business’s future, protecting your partners, and ensuring your family’s financial security. If you’re a business owner, you know the feeling. You’ve poured your heart, your soul, and countless sleepless nights into building something that truly matters….

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Incorporate in Delaware: Is It the Right Choice for Your Startup?

  Thinking of incorporating in Delaware to save on taxes? Let’s find out if that’s really true. This article busts the most common myth about Delaware and reveals the *real* reasons why startups choose it. If you’re starting a new company, especially a tech startup, you’ve almost certainly heard this piece of advice: “You *have*…

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The #1 Tax Mistake New Entrepreneurs Make: Is Your Schedule C an Audit Risk?

  Is Your Tax Form Your Biggest Risk? Starting a new business is exciting, but a simple tax form—the Schedule C—could be a giant magnet for an IRS audit. Learn the risks of being a sole proprietor and how an S-Corp can offer protection. So, you’re starting your own business! That’s fantastic. Your head is…

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8 Common LLC Mistakes (And How to Fix Them Before It’s Too Late)

  Are you making these 8 common LLC mistakes? You formed an LLC to protect your personal assets, but a few simple errors could make that protection completely worthless. Here’s how to fix them. So, you did it! You went through all the trouble of forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC) for your business. You…