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client guide from Shahbaz & Associates CPAs explaining how 1031 exchanges let real estate investors defer capital gains tax by rolling sale proceeds into a replacement property.

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A practical guide for business owners considering an S corp election, covering how the election saves on self-employment tax, how to set a defensible reasonable salary, what happens when salary is set too low, key costs and state-level considerations, and the deadlines you can't miss.

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This is a 5-page Accountable Plan form that lets a company reimburse employees for business expenses tax-free under IRS rules, provided the expenses are properly documented and any excess advances are returned on time. It includes the plan adoption page, reimbursement policy, expense report, mileage log (2026 IRS rates), and a home office, phone, and internet worksheet.