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What Your CPA Wants You to Know

What Your CPA Wants You to Know

Carson Sands, CPA & Teran Sands, MBA.

A podcast for entrepreneurs! We are a husband and wife team running our CPA firm together. We know just how difficult it can be to take your business dream to a reality. Our mission for this podcast is to guide, empower, and educate entrepreneurs in an easy-to-understand way! We want business owners to have the information that they need when they need it, AND without the hefty accounting invoices from a CPA! Follow along for practical advice, tips, and tricks from a CPA who knows what it is like to run a business, and strategies to keep your business thriving from an MBA! We will also show you how to run a business while keeping your family and sanity intact along the way!
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What Your CPA Wants You to Know - 77. Common Mistakes We See Business Owners Make
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07/03/24 • 20 min

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Ever wondered how to steer clear of the most common pitfalls as a business owner?
In this episode, we tackle everything from opening separate business bank accounts and maintaining proper bookkeeping, to avoiding the pitfalls of rapid business growth and budgeting effectively for accounting and legal services. Hear our tips on setting aside funds for taxes and simplifying tax preparation, including the practice of scheduling a projection meeting with your CPA. Prepare to equip yourself with knowledge that can save you from costly mistakes and ensure your business thrives from the start!

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What Your CPA Wants You to Know - 85. Owner Distributions & What All Business Owners Must Know About Them!
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10/23/24 • 14 min

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Confused about transferring money from your business to personal accounts? Whether you run a partnership, S-corp, sole proprietorship, or partnership, we'll guide you through owner distributions and explain why these transfers aren't classified as expenses.
This episode is a must-listen for business owners confused on how to account for owner distributions and how they work! Tune in and empower yourself with the knowledge to tackle owner distributions head-on.

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What Your CPA Wants You to Know - 86. Year-End To-Do List For Business Owners!

86. Year-End To-Do List For Business Owners!

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11/06/24 • 25 min

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There are SO many things for business owners to do at the end of the year + the first month of the new year! It's a LOT!
This episodes guides you through what you should check off your list before the end of 2024. We help you get organized for tax time and explain what you can do before the year ends to reduce your taxes!
With these actionable insights, equip yourself to minimize tax liabilities, align with your business needs, and confidently step into the new year penalty-free.

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What Your CPA Wants You to Know - 89. BOI Report: Important Legal Updates and Filing Tips!
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12/18/24 • 16 min

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Please note: There is a temporary pause in enforcement of the BOI Report filing following a significant court ruling this month. Though we do think the BOI report will eventually need to be filed at some point.
This episode walks you through how to file your BOI report on the FINCEN website if you have not yet filed!

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What Your CPA Wants You to Know - 69. Building a Business You Love: With Josie of Love for the Littles
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04/17/24 • 34 min

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Every now and then, we cross paths with someone whose strength is so palpable, it resonates through their stories and touches our lives.
Josie's story of unwavering love and resilience as she navigated the diagnosis of her third daughter's heart condition and Down syndrome is one you won't forget. Our latest episode offers a window into her world, where the simple act of crafting bracelets sparked a global chain of support. These bracelets symbolized hope and togetherness for people all around as her daughter braved the critical heart surgery. Josie's candid recounting reminds us that even in our darkest times, the compassion of others, can shine through.
Josie started her business, Love for Littles, a venture where passion meeting business. Josie's story captivates as she details how a personal mission evolved into a means of solace for families battling health crises. It's not just about the bracelets, but the bonds they foster. As her children contribute, taping these symbols of solidarity onto cards, we're reminded that business can be both a labor of love and a family affair.
Join us to hear how Josie started a business from passion and how she is making money while also supporting others along the way!
Find Love for the Littles Here:
Website: www.theloveforlittles.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theloveforlittles
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theloveforlittles
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theloveforlittles
Phone Number: (920)207-9453

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What Your CPA Wants You to Know - 74. Health Insurance Options For Business Owners
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05/23/24 • 25 min

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Forking over $31,200 yearly for health insurance as new entrepreneurs sounded like a financial nightmare. That was not in our budget when we started our business years ago. We did some research and stumbled upon the world of health sharing plans.
We know if you're starting a new business, health care has likely crossed your mind! In this episode we explain what we did for health coverage when we quit our jobs and what we do today. We share the pros and cons of health sharing plans that can save you money if you are on a tight budget in the beginning.

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What Your CPA Wants You to Know - 73. Updating Your W-4 Form: Why It's Crucial to Get It Right
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05/15/24 • 13 min

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Throwback: In this episode we explain the importance of keeping your W-4 in check, ensuring you're not caught off guard with a hefty tax bill or a disappointing refund.
We get so many questions about the W-4 form and how it should be filled out so we are breaking it all down in this episode! If you had a big tax surprise this year, this episode is for you!

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What Your CPA Wants You to Know - 76. The Power of Humor in Marketing With Janelle Baum the Ortho Influencer
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06/19/24 • 38 min

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Ever wondered how humor can transform your marketing? Join us as we welcome Janelle Baum, the orthodontic influencer, who shares her unique journey from an orthodontic treatment coordinator to a sought-after speaker and consultant. Janelle's comedic talents led her to helping orthodontic offices enhance patient engagement and drive sales. Get ready to laugh and learn as Janelle reveals her strategies for standing out in a crowded market with creativity and humor.
Authenticity and consistency are at the heart of Janelle's success, and she shares how embracing your unique personality can set your brand apart. Think of yourself as a "Froot Loop in a world of Cheerios"—and don't be afraid to be different. We'll discuss the importance of regular engagement on social media and the value of feedback from your community. Janelle's insights on blending your true self with your marketing efforts will inspire you to refine your content and style for maximum impact.
This episode is packed with tips for maximizing social media, boosting client engagement, and driving business success.
Here's where you can connect with Janelle!
Instagram
Website
Tik Tok

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What Your CPA Wants You to Know - 79. The Power of Smart SEO Strategies with Maggie Schneider of Hilltop Help
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07/31/24 • 29 min

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Ever wondered what increasing your website traffic could do for your business? Meet Maggie Schneider, a Squarespace web designer and SEO consultant that specializes in increasing online visibility for her clients in the health and wellness space. She started her business, Hilltop Help in 2021 looking for a creative outlet and a way to work from home while raising her two young children. She eventually left her career as a registered nurse to pursue her business full-time and has helped businesses grow their brand awareness online and get more leads and sales through strategic content marketing and thoughtful search-engine optimized web design. Maggie also recently launched her SEO course RANK Method- which is the A-Z blueprint to simplify SEO and marketing strategies for the busy business owner. She is most active on Instagram @hilltophelp

Instagram: instagram.com/hilltophelp

Website: hilltophelp.com

FREE 5-Day SEO Email Challenge: hilltophelp.com/seo-challenge

FREE Content Creation Training: hilltophelp.com/content

SEO Course (RANK Method): hilltophelp.com/rank
Use discount code CPA100 to get $100 off the price of RANK Method.

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What Your CPA Wants You to Know - 53. Throwback: Insider Tips, Red Flags, and FAQ's for this Tax Season!
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12/27/23 • 27 min

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Are you tired of the stress and confusion that accompanies tax season? We say, no more! In this episode we’re going to debunk some myths, like the unnecessary need for receipts, pinpoint potential audit red flags, and even share some insider tips on how to spend less on tax preparation fees.
Get ready for a deep dive into the world of tax returns. We'll navigate through the common questions like 'Do I really need a CPA?' We’ll also discuss about the different business due dates (Spoiler: It's April 15th for sole proprietorships and March 15th for partnerships/S corps). We’ll clarify what NOT to file on your tax return if you want to avoid an audit with the IRS.
Whether you're curious about the purpose of a K1 form, or are scratching your head about self-employment taxes, this episode explains it all. Don't forget about the discussion on filing tax extensions, and the importance of avoiding penalties by meeting those oh-so-crucial deadlines. So, if you're a business owner or an individual craving some tax guidance, sit back, relax and let us teach you everything your CPA wants you to know about tax time!
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How many episodes does What Your CPA Wants You to Know have?

What Your CPA Wants You to Know currently has 94 episodes available.

What topics does What Your CPA Wants You to Know cover?

The podcast is about New Business, Entrepreneurship, Accounting, How To, Podcasts, Small Business, Education, Entrepreneurs, Cpa, Business and Mba.

What is the most popular episode on What Your CPA Wants You to Know?

The episode title '60. Must-Know Info For Filing an S-Corp or Partnership Tax Return' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on What Your CPA Wants You to Know?

The average episode length on What Your CPA Wants You to Know is 22 minutes.

How often are episodes of What Your CPA Wants You to Know released?

Episodes of What Your CPA Wants You to Know are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of What Your CPA Wants You to Know?

The first episode of What Your CPA Wants You to Know was released on Dec 31, 2022.

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