Leslie Horton

𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴—a𝘀𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗳𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱. Kiplinger breaks down three powerful questions every small business owner and bookkeeper should be asking right now: ➡️ How will you fund your next phase of growth? ➡️ Do you have a clear hiring or outsourcing strategy? ➡️ Are you investing in the people who matter—your team and clients? Getting clear on these now could shape your 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 for the year ahead. Read the full article and reflect on your own business strategy: https://lnkd.in/gz_Tx-52 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 #𝟭 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱—g𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵, 𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝗹𝘀𝗲? 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀! #BookkeepersOfLinkedIn #SmallBusinessStrategy #2025Planning #BusinessGrowth #FinancialSuccess #BookkeepingTips #ProfitPlanning #ScalingSmart #FutureReady #Entrepreneurship #ClientSuccess #BusinessLeadership

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𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻? ✔️ Categorize smart ✔️ Cut the waste ✔️ Check in monthly That’s the simple way to stay lean and profitable. 💬 Which expense surprised you the most when you checked your books? . . . . . . . . #sandiego #chulavista #tax #networth #california #taxes #taxreturn #taxdeduction #deduction #taxhelp #sandiegocontractor #contractor #generalcontractor #taxestaxestaxes #money #taxplanning #bookkeping #finance #accounting #advisor

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🔍 Understanding Your Business Structure When it comes to taxes, the way you structure your business can make a significant difference. Many small business owners opt for sole proprietorships due to simplicity, but as your business grows, consider forming an LLC or S-Corp to potentially reduce your tax liability. Each structure has different implications for self-employment tax, liability protection, and distributions. Before year-end, review your business structure to ensure it aligns with your long-term goals. This could save you money and help with asset protection. 💡 Takeaway: Regularly reassess your entity structure; it may be time for an upgrade! #TaxPlanning #SmallBusiness #BusinessStructure #AccountingTips #FinancialAdvice

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Learn more about the upcoming changes to the tax law provisions and the implications for real estate entrepreneurs and their businesses. Explore low income housing tax credits for rural and tribal areas - a powerful strategy for tax benefits and development opportunities!  #TaxCredits #HousingOpportunities #beccfocpa #betterdecisionsbetterresults 

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Why should you form an LLC? Here are 5 reasons: 1️⃣ Protect your personal assets 2️⃣ Unlock powerful tax benefits 3️⃣ Flexibility to grow with your business 4️⃣ Liability protection 5️⃣ Instant business credibility An LLC isn’t just paperwork—it’s strategy. It helps you protect, scale, and legitimize your business. 🟢 Share this checklist with someone thinking about starting their business. #KarlaDennis #LLC #TaxStrategy #BusinessGrowth #SmallBusinessFinance #Entrepreneurship #SmartMoneyMoves

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S-Corp 101: Is It Time to Restructure Your Business? The Power of Structuring Your Business the Right Way Choosing the right business structure isn’t just a legal formality, it’s one of the most powerful tax strategies available to entrepreneurs. For many profitable small business owners, electing S-Corporation status can mean paying thousands less in taxes every single year. But before you make the move, it’s important to understand how it works and whether it fits your specific situation. What Is an S-Corporation? An S-Corporation (or S-Corp) isn’t a separate type of company, it’s a tax election that changes how your business income is treated by the IRS. You can form an LLC or corporation, then elect to be taxed as an S-Corp by filing Form 2553. This election allows business owners to split their income between: Reasonable Salary – paid to you as an employee, subject to payroll taxes. Distributions – paid to you as the owner, not subject to self-employment tax. That second part is where the savings come in. How S-Corp Status Reduces Taxes When you operate as a sole proprietor or standard LLC, 100% of your profits are hit with self-employment taxes (roughly 15.3%). But with an S-Corp, only your salary is subject to those taxes. The remaining profit (your distribution) avoids them entirely. Example: If your business nets $120,000 per year and you pay yourself a $70,000 salary, you could avoid self-employment taxes on the remaining $50,000. T

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Essential Tax Tips for Owner Operators in 2023 Discover vital tax strategies specifically for owner operators in this informative discussion! We clarify important points regarding tax breaks, financial advice disclaimers, and how to leverage your business documentation for max benefits. Don't miss these insights for smart financial planning! #TaxTips #OwnerOperators #BusinessAdvice #FinancialPlanning #TruckingIndustry #TaxStrategy #BusinessOwner #2023Finance #EntrepreneurTips #TaxBreaks

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Exit Planning: Unlock Tax Windfalls Before Selling Your Business Join us on The Exit Engine Podcast as we explore exit planning and tax windfalls! We delve into strategies to maximize your financial gains when selling your business and navigate potential tax implications. Prepare your business for a successful exit! #ExitPlanning #TaxWindfalls #BusinessExit #TaxBenefits #Podcast #Finance #BusinessStrategy #Entrepreneurship #WealthManagement #TheExitEngine

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