Welcome to the Knowing What Counts Podcast, your go-to resource for expert financial guidance tailored to high-net-worth individuals and thriving businesses. Hosted by the experienced professionals at MP CPAs, this podcast dives deep into strategies that help you protect, optimize, and grow your wealth. From tax planning and wealth management to business strategy and financial decision-making, we bring you the tools and insights to navigate your financial journey with confidence. Tune in and ...
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The Business Entity Blueprint: How Your Business Structure Shapes Everything
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16:21Send us a text Entity Essentials: Choosing the Right Structure for Your Business Selecting the right business entity structure might be the most consequential decision you'll make as an entrepreneur. Tax implications, liability protection, paperwork requirements, and future growth potential all hinge on this critical choice. In this comprehensive g…
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Tax-Free Exit: Section 1202 Stock Exposed
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11:21Send us a text What Is 1202 Stock? Millions of dollars in potential tax savings are hiding in plain sight for many business owners. Section 1202 stock, also known as Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS), represents one of the most powerful yet underutilized tax strategies available to entrepreneurs planning their exit. Tax expert Phil Giguere brea…
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Beyond Borders: Understanding Your Foreign Tax Obligations
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15:46Send us a text Global Compliance: Tackling Foreign Tax Filings The hidden complexities of foreign tax compliance often catch even savvy taxpayers by surprise. Tax Supervisor Alex Leslie of MP CPAs draws from a decade of experience to illuminate the maze of international tax reporting requirements that affect Americans with global financial interest…
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Money & Meaning: Unlocking Donor Advised Funds
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14:44Send us a text Donor Advised Funds: The Basics and More Charitable giving becomes truly powerful when strategy meets generosity. Tax Director Lisa Behan from MP CPAs joins us to unpack the often-overlooked financial tool that's changing how smart philanthropists approach their giving: Donor Advised Funds (DAFs). The conversation dives deep into str…
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From Passive to Powerful: Unlock Your Real Estate Tax Benefits
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14:06Send us a text What Is The Difference Between Passive And Non-Passive Rental Income? The complex world of real estate taxation contains hidden opportunities that could dramatically impact your bottom line—if you know where to look. Brian Moss, a senior tax associate with MP CPAs who recently passed all four parts of his CPA exam, breaks down the cr…
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Navigating the SECURE Act 2.0: Critical Changes for Your Retirement Future
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13:24Send us a text What is The SECURE Act 2.0? Retirement planning is undergoing a seismic shift with the implementation of SECURE Act 2.0, and your financial future depends on understanding these critical changes. Melissa English, Audit Director with over 23 years of experience at MP CPAs, walks us through the five major changes hitting retirement pla…
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Maximizing Your Stock Compensation Benefits with Expert Insights from Matt Baran
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10:23Send us a text What Are The Different Types Of Stock Compensation, And How Can Employees Maximize The Benefits While Navigating The Tax Implications And Potential Risks? Discover how understanding the intricate world of incentive stock options, non-qualified stock options, restricted stock units, and employee stock purchase plans can make a signifi…
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Unlocking Business Value: Mastering Valuation Strategies with Tim Provost
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11:48Send us a text What Are The Most Effective Methods For Determining A Business's Value? Learn the secrets of business valuation with Tim Provost, a partner at MP CPAs, as we explore the complex world of determining a company's true worth. Whether you're eyeing investment opportunities or planning strategic moves like mergers and acquisitions, unders…
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Tax Residency Complexities: Insights from Jeff Laboe on Statutory and Domicile Tests
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15:40Send us a text How Can Tax Residency Issues Impact Your Financial Situation, And What Should You Know About Audits? Learn the secrets to navigating the maze of tax residency with our latest Knowing What Counts Podcast episode. Join me, Sophia Yvette, as I sit down with Jeff Laboe, a tax manager at MP CPAs with over a decade of experience. Jeff brea…
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Estate Planning in Massachusetts: Expert Strategies with Tim Lafalam
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12:18Send us a text What Are The Key Considerations And Strategies For Effective Estate Planning In Massachusetts? Unravel the secrets of estate planning in Massachusetts with tax manager Tim Lafalam from MP CPAs, as he enlightens us on the intricacies of protecting assets and preserving legacies. Tim, who spearheads estate planning at MP CPAs, shares h…
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From Small Practice to Industry Leader: The Rise of MP CPAs with Tim Provost
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7:35Send us a text Meet Tim Provost with MP CPAs Unlock the secrets behind the incredible rise of MP CPAs as we sit down with partner Tim Provost, who takes us through the firm's transformation from a small practice to a full-service accounting leader. Discover how MP CPAs, originally founded by Rick Moriarty and Jay Primack, has flourished over the pa…
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