Category: Tax Savings

Capturing Tax Deductions on Money You Are Already Spending (Ep. 3)

Capturing Tax Deductions on Money You Are Already Spending (Ep. 3)

Tax planning for future income can be a great start to tax savings. But what if you could start tax planning today and save on money you are already spending?

Listen in as Ken New speaks with Ryan Foncannon, MBA, managing partner at S.W.A.N. They explore advanced tax deduction strategies focused on the money you are already spending and how to turn that spending into tax savings. They emphasize collaboration between tax professionals and financial advisors, education for clients, and the potential for significant tax savings

Ken and Ryan discuss: 

  • How can one capture tax deductions on money that is already being spent
  • When can food and travel expenses be utilized for business purposes
  • How do tax deductions differ from tax credits
  • What are some examples of tax credits available for businesses and individuals
  • Have you heard of the Augusta rule? Or the three martini rule? 
  • And more

 

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About our Guest: 

Ryan Foncannon is a Managing Partner at S.W.A.N. Virtual Family Office (VFO), a multi-disciplinary firm that provides a family office experience for affluent clients and business owners. With over 14 years of experience in the financial services industry, Ryan has earned the Series 65 and the National Social Security Advisor credentials, as well as the Certified Long-term Care designation. He is also an Advanced Tax Reduction Strategist at Estate Planning Team, where he helps clients implement the Deferred Sales Trust™, a tax-deferral strategy for highly appreciated assets.

How CPAs Can Transition to Proactive Tax Strategists with Ian Welham (Ep. 2)

How CPAs Can Transition to Proactive Tax Strategists with Ian Welham (Ep. 2)

Is your CPA practice ready for a transformation? What if you could elevate your role without sacrificing your current income?

Join your host Ken New and  Ian Welham, a Chartered Accountant, once more as they dive into how Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) can transition from tax preparation to proactive tax strategy and financial planning. They stress the importance of understanding clients’ needs, collaborating with financial advisors, and using a team-based model.

Ken and Ian discuss: 

  • Why is collaboration with financial advisors and using a team-based model important
  • What challenges do accounting firms face when transitioning their business model
  • Why should accountants consider partnering with team-based advisors
  • Why CPAs and accounts must consider the needs of their clients when considering growth transitions
  • And more

 

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About our Guest: 

After qualifying as a Chartered Accountant with Ernst & Young, Ian Welham moved out of public practice and became CFO of a Barcelona-based publicly traded company. He also held CEO and COO positions in Hong Kong, The Netherlands, Belgium and the US. His team at HaydenRock works hands-on with CPA firms to maximize their profit potential – adding value, introducing new revenue streams and helping CPAs move into high-value advisory services.