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6 Ways Tax Planning Can Help Small Businesses Grow and Thrive

Discover how effective tax planning sets you up for success.

  • 3 min Read
  • November 28, 2023

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Escalon

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You don’t have to be a Fortune 500 company to take advantage of tax planning. Depending on your circumstances, effective tax planning reduces your tax liability, which means more money goes where it matters most — growing your business.

Additionally, this planned approach empowers the strategic allocation of resources. At the same time, it helps maintain your business’s good standing, fostering sustained growth and financial stability.

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Here are six benefits of implementing tax planning in your small business.

1. Minimizes tax burden


Implementing well-thought-out tax planning strategies enables business owners to take advantage of all available deductions, credits, exemptions, and other tax-saving opportunities. Businesses can maximize savings and further fund growth and expansion efforts by optimizing these strategies.

2. Saves time


An effective tax strategy helps entrepreneurs save time throughout the year and even more during tax season. Whether it’s time spent figuring out taxable income or identifying the correct return forms, having a plan saves time.

In addition to the preparation time saved, business owners can also reduce unnecessary filing errors.

3. Minimizes the risk of an IRS audit


With a solidified tax strategy, entrepreneurs will avoid the risk of non-compliance with tax regulations while minimizing errors on their returns. Thereby significantly reducing their chances of being audited.

4. Enables growth


Tax planning helps business owners save money that would have otherwise gone toward tax payments. The excess capital can then be deployed into upgrading processes, marketing, hiring more employees, purchasing equipment, and ultimately expanding the business.

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Further, a solid foundational tax strategy sets the stage for making informed business decisions in the long term. Entrepreneurs are better equipped to generate financial projections, strategic business investments, and more. 

5. Helps see the big picture


Tax planning provides deeper insights into the business that enables big-picture thinking. Each month affords a new opportunity for entrepreneurs to evaluate their businesses and drive strategic improvements for long-term success.

6. Gives peace of mind


A well-implemented strategy enables business owners to execute a tax plan customized to their business and needs. As a result, tax season and financial planning are much more effective and less stressful.

The final word


Tax planning is a crucial component of an effective financial strategy. Unfortunately, most entrepreneurs overlook this vital aspect and overpay significantly at the end of the year. Whether you’re a new startup founder or a seasoned veteran, it’s always a good time to implement strategic tax planning.

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Want to know more about finance and accounting? Since 2006, Escalon has helped thousands of startups get off the ground with our back-office solutions for accounting, bookkeeping, taxes, HR, payroll, insurance, and recruiting — and we can help yours, too. Talk to an expert today. 

This material has been prepared for informational purposes only. Escalon and its affiliates are not providing tax, legal or accounting advice in this article. If you would like to engage with Escalon, please contact us here.

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