The CPA Zone: Tax Strategies for Small Businesses
Tax strategy and accounting advice for small business owners and real estate investors.
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Jul 21, 2026
Jul 21, 2026
24 min
Ryan is joined by Gary Preisser of Stonebriar Wealth Advisors on The CPAZone to explore the Cash Flow Clock, revealing how intentional tax planning, cash flow timing, Roth conversions, and strategic wealth management can help entrepreneurs and real estate investors build long-term financial success.
Get in touch with Gary: Email: gary@stonebriarwa.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garypreisser/ Website: https://www.stonebriarwealthadvisors.com/
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The CPA Zone podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests.

Jul 14, 2026
Jul 14, 2026
14 min
Ryan wraps up the CPAZone short-term rental tax series by comparing the tax treatment of short-term and long-term rentals, explaining how each strategy impacts deductions, passive losses, and overall tax savings so investors can make more informed real estate decisions.
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The CPA Zone podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests.

Jul 7, 2026
Jul 7, 2026
14 min
In this CPAZone episode, Ryan walks through a real-world short-term rental tax strategy example, explaining how cost segregation, bonus depreciation, and material participation can create significant tax-saving opportunities for real estate investors while highlighting the key steps to implement the strategy correctly.
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The CPA Zone podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests.

Jun 30, 2026
Jun 30, 2026
16 min
In this episode of the CPAZone Podcast, Ryan reveals the 7 most common tax mistakes short-term rental investors make and explains how to avoid them so you can protect your tax benefits, stay compliant, and keep more money in your pocket.
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The CPA Zone podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests.

Jun 23, 2026
Jun 23, 2026
16 min
In this episode of The CPA Zone, Ryan breaks down how short-term rental investors can legally use the “7-day rule” and material participation under the tax code to offset W2 income with rental losses, potentially saving tens of thousands in taxes through strategic planning and depreciation.
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The CPA Zone podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests.

Jun 16, 2026
Jun 16, 2026
12 min
Join Ryan on the CPAZone as he breaks down how the 2025 Qualified Production Property (QPP) rules can help business owners and real estate investors maximize tax savings through immediate depreciation on eligible production facilities.
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The CPA Zone podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests.

Jun 9, 2026
Jun 9, 2026
31 min
In this episode of The CPA Zone, Ryan sits down with Mark Myers, Founder of TaxWise Partners and former Marine Corps Sergeant, to discuss how entrepreneurs and real estate investors can turn tax liability into investment capital using strategic tax planning, solar tax credits, depreciation, and other wealth-building tax strategies.
Get in touch with Mark: Email: mark@taxwisepartners.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markshannonmyers Website: https://taxwisepartners.com/
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The CPA Zone podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests.

Jun 2, 2026
Jun 2, 2026
15 min
In this episode of The CPA Zone, Ryan explains the 1033 exchange and how real estate investors can defer taxes after involuntary property losses like condemnation or disasters.
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The CPA Zone podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests.

May 26, 2026
May 26, 2026
16 min
In this episode of The CPA Zone, Ryan breaks down material participation and passive loss rules to help entrepreneurs and real estate investors unlock smarter tax strategies.
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The CPA Zone podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests.

May 19, 2026
May 19, 2026
9 min
Join Ryan on the CPA Zone as he shares QSBS updates and tax strategies, revealing powerful opportunities and showing real estate pros how to maximize QSBS tax benefits.
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The CPAZone: Tax Strategies for Business Owners
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