Breaking Tax News: A new House budget plan could deliver the biggest tax breaks in nearly a decade. Are you positioned to benefit? Here’s what this could mean for you – and why you need to start planning today. 

The $4.5 Trillion Tax Break Opportunity

The recently passed House budget blueprint paves the way for a potential $450 billion in annual tax cuts over the next 10 years. This could be the most significant opportunity for tax savings since 2017.

5 Ways These Tax Changes Could Impact You Financially

While specific tax provisions are not yet drafted, the budget framework notes several potential benefits:

1. Lower Tax Rates on Business Income

Small business owners and entrepreneurs could see reduced rates that immediately improve cash flow.

For insights on optimizing your business tax strategy, read our article on cash and accrual accounting.

2. Enhanced Investment Incentives

The resolution’s emphasis on growth suggests improved treatment for capital investments, potentially including expanded deductions or credits. Possibly less (or at least protected) capital gains tax!

3. Less Red Tape!

A major focus on deregulation means reduced compliance costs for businesses of all sizes.

4. Wealth Transfer Opportunities

High-net-worth families might benefit from changes to estate planning rules and thresholds at the Federal level.

5. Startup-Friendly Provisions

Learn how tax incentives can impact your startup with our guide on the role of a CPA in a business sale.
New business formation could be incentivized through targeted tax benefits for entrepreneurs.

For those daring enough, you can read the actual Resolution here: Congress Bill H.Con.Res.14.

Next Steps & Timing

Here’s what most people don’t realize: While these tax changes won’t take effect immediately, the timeline is already in motion. The tax-writing committee must submit initial recommendations by March 27, 2025. While this will just be an initial recommendation, it will start to provide clearer insights into what opportunities are coming for owners and investors. Historically, the full process through to new tax legislation takes 3-9 months, but in that time, there are plenty of planning opportunities.

What’s the Catch?

Not everyone will benefit equally from these potential tax changes. The budget plan includes a crucial catch: if Congress doesn’t achieve $2 trillion in spending cuts, the tax reductions will be scaled back proportionally.

This means that there needs to be flexibility in your tax strategy. Working with advisors who understand the nuances of this legislation could make the difference between maximizing benefits and missing out entirely.

What You Can Do Right Now

The most proactive business owners and investors aren’t waiting for final legislation. They’re taking these steps today:

• Getting a tax planning checkup. Understanding your current tax position is essential before any changes occur.
• Reviewing business structures. Different entity types may benefit differently under new rules. Now is the time to evaluate whether you have the flexibility to adjust structures.
• Reviewing timing and structure of major transactions. Are you planning a sale of your business or other major capital gain transaction? With the potential for tax cuts, reviewing timing may save many thousands in tax.
• Financial and Estate Planning Review. Ensuring your financial and estate plans align with possible changes to inheritance and gift rules. Your financial planner should be on top of these issues and ready to review them with you.

At Southcoast Financial Partners, we’re staying ahead of these developments to ensure our clients get the most out of new opportunities.

Ready to make sure you’re positioned to maximize your benefits from the coming tax changes? Contact us today for a personalized consultation.