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All About the One Big Beautiful Bill Act with Tax Wizard Kelly Bender (Episode 26)

All About the One Big Beautiful Bill Act with Tax Wizard Kelly Bender (Episode 26)

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Summary: In this episode of Wealth on the Move, host Will Hoffman and tax expert Kelly Bender dive deep into the implications of the new OB3 tax law and what it means for both business owners and individual taxpayers. They explore the importance of understanding business entity structures, the impact of payroll tax updates, and the necessity of long-term tax strategies. Key topics include changes to income tax brackets, retirement account contributions, child tax credits, and state and local tax (SALT) deductions. They discuss the permanence of the Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction, updates to depreciation rules, and investment incentives such as Qualified Opportunity Zones and qualified small business stock. Kelly shares insights from her upcoming book aimed at helping new entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of starting a business, while also addressing common tax myths and the importance of proactive planning for future generations. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize how OB3’s changes require individuals and businesses to adapt to an evolving tax landscape in order to maximize benefits and maintain compliance.

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Takeaways:

  • Many small business owners don’t fully understand their entity structure.
  • OB3 introduces significant tax code changes impacting individuals and businesses.
  • QBI deduction is now permanent for small business owners.
  • Income tax brackets have been adjusted, but many won’t feel the impact.
  • Retirement contributions are now tied to inflation.
  • Child tax credit will increase to $2,200 per child by 2025.
  • New senior deduction of $6,000 for those over 65.
  • SALT deduction cap increased to $40,000.
  • Qualified Opportunity Zones can defer or eliminate taxes on gains.
  • Qualified small business stock offers significant tax benefits.
  • Payroll tax compliance is essential under new rules.
  • Depreciation rules now allow faster write-offs for capital investments.
  • Proactive, long-term tax planning can save money in the long run.
  • Common tax myths can lead to poor financial decisions.
  • Asking questions is vital for entrepreneurs starting out.

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Tips on Planning Your Taxes with Josh Jones (Ep. 10)

Tips on Planning Your Taxes with Josh Jones (Ep. 10)

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After a challenging year for the market, there are bound to be changes regarding tax season.

Even though you haven’t filed for 2022, now is a good time to know what’s in store for 2023 so you can make adjustments to your portfolio, or save side hustle expense receipts. 

In this week’s edition of the Monetary Mixtape podcast, Josh Jones, President of CompFinO Tax & Accounting Services, joins Will Hoffman to discuss taxes, savings, and sports.

Listen as Josh discusses:

  • Tax changes Gen Xers should be aware of
  • What to claim if you have a side hustle
  • Why you should ask your employer to include a Roth in your 401K
  • And more!

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About Our Guest: 

Joshua Jones, CPA is the owner of CompFinO (formally BeanCounters Tax and Accounting Services). CompFinO is a licensed CPA firm and a full-service payroll provider, specializing in tax preparation for small business and individuals. They provide customized solutions for all your accounting needs, such as tax preparation, bookkeeping, bill pay, tax planning, and payroll. Josh, together with his team, have served small businesses and individuals for the past 10 years, and their office is located in Southpointe. Josh received his undergraduate degree from Duquesne University, and has served on the board of the Washington County Habitat for Humanity for the last 6 years, three of those years as Treasurer. 

Joshua Jones and CompFinO are not affiliated with or endorsed by LPL Financial, Hoffman Wealth Management, or Private Advisor Group.

About Our Host: 

Will Hoffman is a financial advisor and the Founder of Hoffman Wealth Management, a firm dedicated to helping professionals create wealth plans that revolve around their financial goals. Will has 20 years of experience in the financial services industry and is passionate about becoming his client’s most trusted financial ally. 

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