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Look at tax planning as a year-round exercise, like staying fit consistently instead of intermittently“ working out.” Eating healthy just once a year is just like seeing your accountant / tax preparer once for April tax filings. Make sure you prepare financials monthly and on time to give you the data to prepare for taxes and lower your taxable income. Remember, there is nothing wrong with lowering your tax burden by utilizing the rules already set within the tax code. It is as simple as re-investing money and profit into your business to lower your bill. In other words, if you have a profit, either you get taxed on that amount or you use that profit to invest in your business through marketing, staff development, training, bonuses, equipment, tools, etc. to lower your taxable income— thus your tax bill. Hopefully, this article has helped you change your view on taxes and
“ Make sure you prepare financials monthly and on time to give you the data to prepare for taxes and lower your taxable income.”
how you can use the Internal Revenue Code to empower your business and investment endeavors.
Edward Morrow is an ISA-certified arborist and author. He draws on his accounting background to help industry professionals understand business; and serves as a Tree Care Industry Association speaker.
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