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S Corporation Tax Strategy, Self-Employment Tax Savings, and Business Entity Planning

June 29, 2026

How S Corp Election Saves Small Business Owners $10,000+ Per Year in Self-Employment Tax

Learn exactly how the salary-and-distribution split works, see a real example with $200K in profit, and find out whether your business has crossed the profit threshold where S Corp election starts saving serious money.

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June 29, 2026

Reasonable Compensation for S Corp Owners: How to Set Your Salary Without Triggering an Audit

The IRS reasonable compensation standard is the most scrutinized aspect of S Corp taxation. Understand what the IRS looks for, how courts have ruled, and how to document a defensible salary.

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June 29, 2026

The QBI Deduction: How S Corp Owners Can Save Up to 20% on Pass-Through Income

Section 199A offers a 20% deduction on qualified business income -- but income limits, SSTB rules, and the W-2 wage test make optimization essential. Here is how S Corp owners can maximize it.

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June 29, 2026

S Corp vs LLC: When Does Making the S Election Actually Save You Money

Not every LLC should elect S Corp status. Walk through the break-even analysis, understand the additional costs, and see exactly when the numbers work in your favor -- and when they do not.

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