Social media often presents a skewed perspective, showcasing only the positive aspects of certain activities since it essentially functions as a form of public marketing. Understandably, individuals rarely highlight the challenges or failures that accompany their endeavors. Recently, this trend has been evident in posts discussing the tax-saving strategy of hiring one's kids.

Many posts portray this strategy as a straightforward process, suggesting that merely transferring money into their accounts and deducting it from their taxes is all it takes. However, the reality is not quite that simple. I'll shed light on the proper steps to hire your children legitimately and offer some essential considerations to protect yourself in the event of an audit by the IRS.

What you'll hear in this episode:

[1:01] Why most things that are shared on social media do not dive into the fine print and details?

[3:15] The first thing to be aware of when hiring your kids: your business structure

[5:59] The second thing to be aware of when hiring your kids: contracts

[8:25] The third thing to be aware of when hiring your kids: job duties

[13:51] What is required to pay a child the proper way to make it legitimate in the eyes of the IRS?

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Tax Deduction Guide: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/tax-deduction-guide

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The information contained in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and is not individual tax advice. Please consult a qualified professional before implementing anything you learn.