{"id":3974,"date":"2023-01-31T12:21:27","date_gmt":"2023-01-31T16:21:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.incsight.net\/?page_id=3974"},"modified":"2026-09-09T13:51:49","modified_gmt":"2026-09-09T18:51:49","slug":"blog","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.incsight.net\/blog\/","title":{"rendered":"Blog"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Tax and profit strategy for contractors<\/h1>\n

Job costing, entity structure, cash flow \u2014 the financial side of running an HVAC, plumbing, electrical or general contracting business.<\/span><\/p>\n

Contractors<\/a> Tax Planning<\/a> IRS<\/a> Accounting<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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\"An<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Is Your Contracting Business Actually Worth? How Buyers Value HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical Companies<\/a><\/h2>

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Is Your Contracting Business an Asset \u2014 or Just a Job?<\/a><\/h2>

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How to Stop Being the Bottleneck in Your Contracting Business<\/a><\/h2>

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\"A<\/span><\/a><\/div>

5 Hidden Profit Leaks Draining Contractor Businesses<\/a><\/h2>

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Busy but Broke: Why Contractor Cash Flow Stays Tight<\/a><\/h2>

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Job Costing for Contractors: Which Jobs Actually Make Money<\/a><\/h2>

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\"A<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Contractor Accounting Services: What You’re Actually Paying For (and What’s Missing)<\/a><\/h2>

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\"A<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Tax Planning for Contractors: Stop the Surprise Tax Bill<\/a><\/h2>

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\"A<\/span><\/a><\/div>

S Corp vs LLC for Contractors: When the Election Actually Saves You Money<\/a><\/h2>

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\"A<\/span><\/a><\/div>

The 6 Levels of a Contractor Business: Find Your Weakest Link<\/a><\/h2>

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\"The<\/span><\/a><\/div>

The $80,000 Alignment Problem: Why Successful Business Owners Still Overpay Taxes<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Business<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How to Rent Your Property to Your Business Without Falling Into the IRS Self-Rental Trap<\/a><\/h2>

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\"IRS<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Will the IRS Send You to Jail? Civil vs. Criminal Tax Issues<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Common<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Avoid These 10 LLC Mistakes in 2025<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Trump<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Trump\u2019s Tax Cuts Are Expiring in 2025 (What It Means For Your Business)<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Built-in<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Beware of Hidden Built-In Gain (BIG) Taxes When Transitioning to S Corporation<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Build<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Build Your Own Family Office\u2014Start Saving Taxes and Building Wealth Today!<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Tax<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Master Tax Loss Harvesting: Maximize Your Savings Today!<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Estrategias<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Year-End Tax Strategies Are Available to Business Owners?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Gu\u00eda<\/span><\/a><\/div>

The TRUTH about 1099 Reporting for Business Owners<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Tax<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Tax Planning and Health Costs: Strategies for Small Business Owners<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Does the Home Office Deduction Work?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"The<\/span><\/a><\/div>

The Work Opportunity Tax Credit Pays You 40% of Wages!<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Mastering<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Mastering Remote Team Success: Strategies for Effective Hiring and Management<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Is Depreciation for My Business? When Does a Capitalization Policy Make Sense?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Listener<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Listener Q&A with Mike Jesowshek CPA (6\/12\/2024)<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Understanding<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Understanding the Qualified Business Income Deduction for Small Business Owners<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Small<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Can Small Business Owners Write Off Gym Memberships on Taxes?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Small<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Unlocking the Secrets of Meal Expense Deductions for Small Businesses<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Top<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Top Small Business Tax Deductions: How to MAXIMIZE Savings<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Retirement<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Retirement Plan Options Are Available For My Business in 2024?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Strategic<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Strategic Business Structuring: Navigating Multiple Ventures and Partnership Success<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Unlocking<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Unlocking Tax Deferral: Leveraging Opportunity Zones & Mastering 1031 Exchange Property Identification<\/a><\/h2>

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\"1031<\/span><\/a><\/div>

1031 Exchange Mastery: Skyrocket Your Real Estate Profits with Tax-Deferred Strategies<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Maximize<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Maximize Your Depreciation Deductions: The Power of Cost Segregation Studies Explained<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Are Estimated Taxes and How Do I Pay Them?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Rental<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Rental Property Tax Essentials: Top Tips & Updates for 2024 You Need to Know<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Options Do I Have To Pay For My Tax Bill?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Do I Need To Know About Tax Extensions?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Understanding<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Understanding Foreign Income: A Guide for Business Owners<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Can I Lower My Tax Bill After Year-End?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Sales<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Sales Tax Simplified: 3 Key Questions to Unravel Your Small Business Tax Obligations<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Decoding<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Decoding The Tax Puzzle: Understanding Married Filing Separately<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Planning<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Planning Ahead: The Undeniable Importance of Tax Planning Over Preparation for Business Owners<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Navigating<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Navigating 2024: Essential IRS Updates and Tips for Small Businesses on E-Filing Thresholds and 1099-K Reporting<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Conquer<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Conquer Tax Season 2024: Your Essential Prep Guide for 2023 Returns & Crucial Deadlines Every Business Owner Must Know<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Year-End Tax Strategies Are Available to Business Owners?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"The<\/span><\/a><\/div>

The Untold Benefits of Hiring Your Kids in Your Business<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Small<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Small Business Tax Savings Podcast – 5 Years in Review<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Tax<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Tax Planning and Health Costs: Strategies for Small Business Owners<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Do I Reimburse Myself From the Business? When Does An Accountable Plan Come Into Play?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Do I Write Off a Business Vehicle?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Is Depreciation for My Business? When Does a Capitalization Policy Make Sense?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Unlock<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Unlock Tax Savings: The Augusta Rule – Your Guide to 14-Day Tax-Free Home Rentals<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Kiddie<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Kiddie Tax Explained: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Maximize<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Maximize Your Money: Unveiling Game-Changing Tax Strategies for W2 Earners<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Hiring<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Hiring Your Spouse: Business Boost or Bust?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Unlock<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Unlock Your Business Potential: Exploring Non-Qualified Retirement Plans!<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Rental<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Rental Property Tax Essentials: Top Tips & Updates for 2023 You Need to Know<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Cracking<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Cracking the Code: Corporate Transparency Act Explained for Small Business Owners<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Top<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Top 10 Mid-Year Tax Saving Strategies Every Small Business Owner Must Know<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Do I Write a Business Plan and Why Is One Important?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Do I Avoid an IRS Audit as a Business Owner?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Can I Maximize Meals and Travel Deductions?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Can I Maximize Office Expenses and Employee Benefits?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Can I Maximize Advertising and Gift Deductions?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Can I Maximize Deductions in My Business?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Are Estimated Taxes and How Do I Pay Them?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Top<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Top 3 Legal Protections Every Small Business Owner Needs<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Options Do I Have To Pay For My Tax Bill?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Do I Need To Know About Tax Extensions?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Can I Lower My Tax Bill After Year-End?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Does the M&A Process Look Like?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Why<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Why Will Every Owner Exit Their Business and How Can You Best Prepare For This?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What is Strategic Planning?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Can I Setup My Business for Success in 2023?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Does The SECURE Act 2.0 Affect 401ks?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Retirement Plan Options Are Available For My Business in 2023?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Is An SBA Loan?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Do I Need to Prepare for Tax Savings At Year-End?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Is My Business Entity Taxed?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Can I Maximize Business Deductions and Write-Offs?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Do I Need To Know About Taxes As A Business Owner?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"2022<\/span><\/a><\/div>

2022 Tax Rates and Resources<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Business<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Business Retirement Plan Q&A Session<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Are My Assets Taxed When I Die?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Is A Revocable Living Trust? Why Is It Important for Business Owners?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Is a Power of Attorney? What Healthcare Documents Do I Need In Estate Planning?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Is a Last Will and Testament? Why Is It Important For Business Owners?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"How<\/span><\/a><\/div>

How Should I Structure Multiple Businesses?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"When<\/span><\/a><\/div>

When Should I (or Should I Not) Become An S Corp?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Is An S Corp?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Where’s<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Where’s My Refund? What Is a Tax Refund?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"Is<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Is Filing an Extension a Bad Thing? What Do I Need To Know About Tax Extensions?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Is a Roth IRA and Why Is It So Powerful?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Are Some Advanced Retirement Plan Options For High-Income Earners?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Options Do I Have To Pay For My Tax Bill?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Is a Safe Harbor 401k or QACA Safe Harbor 401k?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Retirement Plan Options Are Available For My Business in 2022?<\/a><\/h2>

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\"What<\/span><\/a><\/div>

What Are Estimated Taxes and How Do I Pay Them?<\/a><\/h2>

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