Running your own business is one of the most rewarding things you can do. But when it comes to taxes, most entrepreneurs are flying blind. The result? Overpaying the IRS by thousands of dollars every single year.

It doesn’t have to be that way.

In Tax Strategies for a Small Business Owner: The Ultimate Guide to Keeping More Profits for Entrepreneurs, Leslie Dean, CPA, breaks down the complex world of small business taxes into clear, easy-to-follow strategies you can actually use. Whether you’re a freelancer, consultant, shop owner, or startup founder, this book will give you the tools to take control of your taxes—and your profits.

Inside this book, you’ll discover:

•How to choose the right business structure (LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp) and when to make the switch

•The self-employment tax trap—and how to reduce it legally

•Deductions you’re probably missing, from home office and vehicles to travel, software, and supplies

•How to confidently take the home office deduction (without audit fear)

•Why hiring your spouse or kids can be a smart, legal tax strategy

•Retirement accounts built for entrepreneurs (Solo 401(k), SEP IRA, SIMPLE IRA) and how to maximize them

•The “triple tax win” of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)

•Real estate and depreciation strategies that slash taxable income

•Advanced moves like S-Corp salary splits, accountable plans, and tax-free fringe benefits

•Audit-proof record-keeping systems that protect your deductions

•Smart timing of income and expenses to reduce this year’s tax bill

•Little-known tax credits every entrepreneur should ask about

•How to plan ahead for growth, exit, or succession so you keep more when it matters most

Why this book is different:

•Written by a CPA in plain English—no jargon, no fluff

•Packed with real-life examples and case studies that show strategies in action

•Includes year-round checklists you can follow to stay ahead of the IRS