How to Pay Yourself with a S-Corp in 2025 (BIG UPDATES)

Stop overpaying in taxes! In this video, I break down how to pay yourself as an S-Corporation shareholder the right way. Learn the step-by-step strategy to take a reasonable salary, maximize distributions, and save thousands in employment taxes every year. I cover common mistakes, the IRS rules you must follow, and insider tips on cash flow planning and the QBI deduction. Whether you’re new to S-Corps or want to optimize your current strategy, this guide will help you keep more of your hard-earned money.📌 Next Step: Business owners — apply for my 5-session 1:1 Bootcamp to create your strategic tax plan, calculate quarterly taxes, and set an IRS-proof salary. Spots are limited!https://stephenleecpa.com/business-owner-bootcamp💡 Resources & Tools: Quarterly Estimated Tax Worksheet:https://stephenleecpa.com/resource/quarterly-estimated-tax-worksheet-2025/How to Invest:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MW0ctCKofYE⁠#SCorp⁠ ⁠#BusinessOwnerTaxes⁠ ⁠#TaxStrategy⁠ ⁠#Distributions⁠ ⁠#SaveTaxes⁠ ⁠#QuarterlyTaxes⁠ ⁠#QBI⁠ ⁠#SmallBusinessTips⁠ ⁠#EntrepreneurFinance⁠🔔 Subscribe for more tips and strategies tailored for business owners and high earning professionals.On this channel, Stephen Lee shares proven strategies to help high earners, business owners, and professionals keep more of what they make, minimize taxes, and build lasting wealth.Whether you’re optimizing your S-Corp, investing smarter, or managing 1099 income, this channel gives you the tools to make confident money moves — backed by real client experience.Subscribe for smart, actionable advice — and take control of your financial future.The information provided on this channel is for general information and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to serve as legal, financial, or tax advice. You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any content included on this channel without seeking appropriate legal, tax, or other professional advice specific to your individual circumstances. The use or reliance on any information contained on this channel is solely at your own risk.