SMALL BUSINESS FINANCE – Your Guide to Business Tax Planning & CPA Tax Advice
Confused about small business taxes? Not sure if you’re doing it right—or if you’re missing out on legal tax deductions and savings? You’re not alone.
This podcast delivers real CPA advice for small business owners who want practical tax strategies, smarter money decisions, and confidence with business finances. Whether you’re worried about the IRS, unsure how to handle tax planning, or need help understanding your numbers—this show is your guide.
I’m Tiffany Phillips—CPA, tax advisor, and small business finance expert with 20+ years of experience helping entrepreneurs save thousands in taxes every year. I make accounting and finance simple, and I specialize in helping women entrepreneurs and husband-wife business owners stop overpaying and start building real wealth.
Each episode breaks down business tax tips, tax savings strategies, and financial systems that actually work. If you’re ready to understand your tax strategy, feel confident in your financial decisions, and finally take control of your business finances—you’re in the right place.
Next Steps:
☎️ Discover How Much You’re Overpaying the IRS: https://phillipsbusinessgroup.com/
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- Update frequency
- every 2 days
- Average duration
- 18 minutes
- Episodes
- 273
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
272 \\ The Biggest Financial Regret Business Owners Have—and How to Avoid It
Ever feel like you're making money but still falling behind? You’re not alone. In this episode, I reveal the #1 regret I hear from business owners and exactly what to do instead. We talk about cash f…
271 \\ The Million-Dollar Roth Mistake: When to Convert & When to Wait
Roth conversions can be one of the smartest tax moves you ever make—or one of the most expensive mistakes. In this episode, I show you how to time your conversions to maximize tax-free growth, avoid …
270 \\ S-Corp Salary Rules Exposed: How to Pay Yourself Without Getting Audited
Think you can skip the salary and just take distributions from your S-Corp? Think again. In this episode, I break down the IRS rules around “reasonable compensation,” how to calculate the right amoun…
269 \\ How to Pay Yourself Right from Your LLC (And Avoid the $10K Tax Mistake)
If you’ve got an LLC and you’re wondering how to actually pay yourself, this episode is your playbook. I break down how to take money out of your business legally, what the IRS really looks for, and …
268 \\ Unlock Massive Tax Savings & Break Money Blocks in 2025
In this episode, Tiffany unpacks the deep connection between your money mindset and your bottom line. You’ll hear powerful stories from real clients who’ve saved over $60K in taxes—not just through s…
267 \\ Trump’s $5M Gold Card: The Tax Strategy Shift Every Business Owner Must Know
What if buying U.S. residency became the most powerful tax strategy on the table? In this episode, we break down Trump’s proposed “Gold Card” program, a bold $5 million fast-track to a green card—and…
266 \\ Tax Secrets of the Wealthy: How Entrepreneurs Legally Pay Less and Build More
Most business owners are overpaying the IRS—because they don’t know the rules. In this episode, you’ll learn how the wealthiest Americans use legal tax strategies to save tens of thousands every year…
265 \\ The 5 KPIs Every Business Owner Must Track to Grow Wealth & Cut Taxes
In this episode, Tiffany tackles the real reason so many business owners feel lost—because they don’t know which numbers actually matter. If you're tired of flying blind in your business, this one’s …
264 \\ Why Smart Business Owners Are Pivoting from Clean Energy to Maximize Tax Savings (New Tax Laws Decoded Series: Part 16)
In this final episode of the New Tax Laws Decoded series, we unpack how the end of popular clean energy tax credits is creating surprising new tax-saving opportunities for business owners. Host [Name…
263 \\ Global Tax Strategy Revealed: How to Slash International Business Taxes Under New Laws (New Tax Laws Decoded Series: Part 15)
In this episode of New Tax Laws Decoded, we break down the biggest international tax changes in decades—and why they matter. If your business earns foreign income, exports products or services, or co…
262 \\ How the New $2,000 1099 Threshold Can Save Your Business Time and Money (New Tax Laws Decoded Series: Part 14)
In this episode of the New Tax Laws Decoded Series, we break down how the new $2,000 1099 reporting threshold is a game-changer for small business owners. You’ll learn how this shift reduces administ…
261 \\ The Tax-Free Retirement Strategy You’re Probably Missing (New Tax Laws Decoded Part 13)
Want to retire tax-free? The new tax law just made it easier. This episode covers how Roth conversions, solo 401(k)s, and strategic retirement planning can help you build tax-free wealth in your busi…
260 \\ The QBI Deduction is Now Permanent—Here’s How to Maximize It (New Tax Laws Decoded Part 12)
Big win for small business owners: the Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction is now permanent. In this episode, we walk through how to calculate and optimize your 20% deduction on pass-through in…
259 \\ The New Tax Rules That Supercharge Real Estate Investing (New Tax Laws Decoded Part 11)
Real estate just became one of the most tax-efficient investments again. In this episode, we break down how the permanent changes to depreciation rules, bonus depreciation, and NOLs have unlocked maj…
258 \\ The “Personal Holding Company” Trap That’s Costing You Thousands (New Tax Laws Decoded Part 10)
Are you unintentionally triggering the Personal Holding Company tax without realizing it? This little-known rule could be quietly costing your business thousands in taxes every year.
In this episode,…
257 \\ How to Defer and Eliminate Taxes Using Opportunity Zones (New Tax Laws Decoded Part 9)
If you're sitting on capital gains or planning to sell a business, this episode will blow your mind. We break down how Opportunity Zones—now made permanent—let you defer taxes today and potentially e…
256 \\ How to Sell Your Business and Pay $0 in Taxes (New Tax Laws Decoded Part 8)
Selling your business? This tax rule could let you pay zero in capital gains taxes—but only if you plan ahead. In this episode, we explore how the Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) exclusion just…
255 \\ The Permanent Tax Rule That Limits Your Losses (New Tax Laws Decoded Part 7)
Think business losses always help reduce your taxes? Not anymore. In this episode, we break down the now permanent Excess Business Loss Limitation under Section 461(l) and how it restricts high-incom…
254 \\ Get a 35% Tax Credit to Scale Your Manufacturing Business in 2025 (New Tax Laws Decoded Part 6)
There’s a massive new tax credit for U.S. manufacturers—up to 35% back on qualifying investments. In this episode, we break down how the Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit can save you millions…
253 \\ Debt Just Got Way Cheaper: New Interest Rules Every Business Owner Must Know (New Tax Laws Decoded Part 5)
Good news: the tax code just made business debt far more valuable. In this episode, we explain how the permanent return to EBITDA rules can give you thousands back in interest deductions—and unlock s…