As we covered in “2021 Year-End Tax-Planning Tips for Individuals,” what you do this year can make a big difference in how much you pay in state and federal tax next year. And perhaps more important if you’re a business owner, it can impact your net worth for decades to come.

Because it stands to reason the more you save on taxes, the more money you have to invest in your businesses and your own future.

Paying attention to tax rules and regulations and how they impact your business finances has become especially important in recent years with the flurry of changes in response to the global pandemic and its economic impact, major shifts in government policies (and spending), business slowdowns and shutdowns, and more.

In this environment of disruption and uncertainty, having a well-thought-out tax plan in place enables you to minimize your obligations while using your tax savings to protect and grow your business and personal wealth.

Here at SWC, we encourage business owners to schedule a year-end tax planning and financial strategy session with your CPA. And if you are a business client of ours, you already know that we can help you reassess your business taxes and finances, adjust your plan to optimize outcomes, and take any year-end steps that can save the business money and protect and grow your personal net worth.

In the meantime, whether you’re a client of ours or you work with another firm, here’s a look at some tax issues for business owners to consider as you approach year-end 2021: Continue reading…