Taxes Made Simple

Jun 08 2021 5

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Essential tax knowledge every entrepreneur and investor should know, delivered in bite-sized chunks. Join host Justin Kurn and Dark Horse CEO, Chase Birky, for all of your need-to-know tax info.

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Should You Move to Puerto Rico for Tax Purposes?

Jun 08 2021 5 mins

A lot of people are talking about moving to Puerto Rico to avoid having to pay taxes to the IRS. But it’s not that simple. In this episode, we discuss the considerations that need to be thought through before making this decision.

UPDATE: Tax Increases For The “Wealthy” and More Audits

May 25 2021 5 mins

The current tax and audit regime is changing. Taxes are going up for those making more than $400K and for corporations. On top of that, more funding is going to the IRS to increase their capacity to audit and collect. These are the developments over the last month that you need to know.

What To Do About the 43.4% Capital Gains Tax Rate

Apr 26 2021 4 mins

The Biden Administration will be doubling the long-term capital gains tax rate for those earning more than $1 Million. What should you do if you think you’re going to get caught in the crosshairs? Dark Horse CEO and Co-Founder, Chase Birky, explains.

Restaurant Revitalization Fund Grant Program

Apr 09 2021 3 mins

If you own a restaurant or bar, you need to be aware of the Restaurant Revitalization Fund Grant Program. These grants can reach 7-figures depending on your circumstances. And, you're going to need to be ready to act quickly.

What Does the American Jobs Plan Mean for Taxes?

Apr 02 2021 3 mins

Hint: You’re probably not going to like the answer…

Tax Changes Under the American Rescue Plan Act

Mar 30 2021 5 mins

Learn about the tax credits and deductions that have changed for 2020 and 2021 as a result of the passage of the American Rescue Plan Act and why you might want to do whatever you can to reduce your 2021 AGI.

Updates to Stimulus Checks and Increased Paycheck Protection Program Loans for Sole Proprietors

Mar 05 2021 4 mins

This week’s episode details some major updates to President Biden’s Stimulus Bill as well as a change to the Paycheck Protection Program that allows for increased loan amounts for Schedule businesses (sole proprietors, independent contractors, freelancers, etc.)

What’s in Biden’s $1.9 Trillion Stimulus Package?

Feb 26 2021 6 mins

Dark Horse CEO, Chase Birky, details what businesses and individuals need to know about what’s in President Biden’s stimulus package, slated to become law in March.

SPEED ROUND: Entity Selection: S Corporations

Feb 19 2021 5 mins

Learn what you need to know about C Corporations (and why investors prefer them) before you decide on which entity type is best for your business. Join Dark Horse CPA, Erik Hegstad, as he takes you through the quick & dirty on C Corps.

SPEED ROUND: Entity Selection: LLCs

Feb 12 2021 6 mins

Learn what you need to know about LLC taxation before you decide on which entity type is best for your business. Join Dark Horse CPA, Erik Hegstad, as he takes you through the quick & dirty on LLCs.