In this episode of the M&A Mastermind Podcast, host Nick Olsen interviews Joe Strazzeri, a tax attorney and expert in advanced tax planning for business owners. Joe shares his background, the importance of tax planning, and the four motives that drive business owners. He emphasizes the need for early conversations about tax planning, the timing of strategies, and shares real-life success stories of clients who benefited from proper planning. The discussion also covers the role of M&A advisors, and the various brands and programs Joe offers to help advisors and business owners navigate the complexities of tax planning and business transitions.

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Some Key takeaways include:

• Tax planning is crucial for business owners, especially during exit.
• Understanding the four motives of business ownership is essential.
• Early conversations about tax planning can prevent costly surprises.
• The timing of tax planning strategies can significantly impact outcomes.
• Real-life examples illustrate the benefits of advanced tax planning.
• M&A advisors play a vital role in maximizing business value.
• Advanced planning requires a comprehensive approach and collaboration.
• Education and resources are available for advisors to enhance their skills.
• Proper planning can lead to significant financial benefits for clients.
• It's important to keep the client's best interests at heart.

About the show:

The M&A Mastermind Podcast is your go-to source for the latest industry trends and strategies to level up your M&A practice.

The show features thought leaders who specialize in the lower middle market space and share their experiences and expertise across key areas of execution, such as: market analysis, lead generation, deal management, strategic partnerships, buyer access and much more.

With host Nick Olsen, each episode's "mastermind" will share ways in which they have found success in navigating the M&A industry to best support the small-to-medium sized private business owners they focus on serving.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Advanced Tax Planning

05:33 The Importance of Early Tax Planning

12:43 Common Scenarios in Tax Planning

21:44 The Role of M&A Advisors

27:25 Overview of Joe's Brands and Programs

Keywords: tax planning, business owners, M&A, asset protection, wealth management, estate planning, financial advisors, advanced strategies, exit planning, family business