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EPISODE · May 27, 2026 · 12 MIN

385 \\ The Salary vs Distribution Strategy Most CPAs Get Wrong

from SMALL BUSINESS FINANCE – Your Guide to Business Tax Planning & CPA Tax Advice · host Tiffany Phillips, CPA & Small Business Tax Strategist

Most business owners think taking all income as salary is the safest move. It’s not. In this episode, we break down the tax strategy behind paying yourself the right way—and how getting it wrong can cost you thousands. You’ll learn what “reasonable compensation” really means and how to balance salary and distributions to reduce taxes. We also cover how this impacts tax savings, the qualified business income deduction, and long-term wealth planning. This is clear, practical CPA advice focused on tax strategies, tax planning, and smarter money decisions. If you’re running an S corp or thinking about it, this episode is critical. Listen now before you overpay the IRS again.   Next Steps: ➡️ Overpaying your CPA and the IRS? Learn how to stop it in this free training: https://go.phillipsbusinessgroup.com/registration 💰 Start Paying Less in Taxes – Grab a Copy of Your Biggest Expense! ☎️ Find Out How Much You’re Overpaying the IRS – Book a Free Discovery Call 📧 Questions? Email Me at [email protected]

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