by Molen & Associates | Aug 23, 2026 | Tax Planning
Most S-Corp owners think about their salary once — when they set it up — and rarely revisit it. That’s a mistake in both directions. Undercompensating yourself creates IRS audit risk. Overcompensating costs you unnecessarily in payroll taxes. The right number...
by Molen & Associates | Aug 9, 2026 | Small Business
Most tax strategies require you to give something up — higher contributions, deferred income, more complexity. The Augusta Rule is one of the few that generates a deduction for your business while putting tax-free dollars in your pocket simultaneously. But it only...
by SEO | Sep 29, 2024 | Tax Planning
W-2 Salary vs. Distributions vs. K-1 for S-Corp Owners As an S-Corporation (S-Corp) owner, understanding the distinctions between W-2 wages, distributions, and K-1 profits is essential for managing your tax obligations and business finances. In this article, we will...
