Beyond the Bottom Line

How We Got Here: The Origin Story 

Before Miguel and Ashton worked on bringing tax credits and advisory strategies to small and medium sized businesses, they were debate partners at South High School in Torrance, CA. This is their origin story of how a whiteboard strategy in Miguel's LA apartment and a three-month trial period turned into seven years of scaling a 7-figure tax advisory business together at Centurion Firm. They also break down the tactics they've developed for running client calls as a duo, including how their old high school debate team dynamic translates directly to making sure they're solving for what the client actually needs.

Most vacation rental owners buy a property, throw in some furniture, and hope for the best. Then they wonder why the bookings are inconsistent and the nightly rate never reaches what the numbers promised.

But what if you could incorporate a design strategy that changed your business for the better?

In this episode, Miguel sits down with Erica Dike, principal designer at Erica O Designs, to walk through her Designing for Dollars formula. After leaving a career at NASA, Erica has gone on to design over 78 vacation rentals while bringing a business-analyst mindset to every property.

Other insights from this episode include:

• Why designing for “everyone” is the fastest way to attract no one and how to identify your ideal guest before you buy a single piece of furniture
• The Designing for Dollars formula: a data-driven approach to knowing exactly where to save and where to splurge in your budget
• The design trap that makes your property blend into every other listing in your market, and how “timeless design” helps create properties that “stop the scroll."
• Why your budget conversation has to happen before you close on the property, not after
• Common design mistakes that quietly kill your occupancy rate - including TV placement, seating capacity, and underestimating the work-from-home traveler
• The one small kitchen appliance that can directly influence your bookings (and it’s not what you’d expect)

About Our Guest

Erica Dike is the principal designer at Erica Ooh Designs, specializing in vacation rental design for investors and busy professionals. With a background in Management Information Systems and experience as a business analyst at NASA, Erica brings a systems-first approach to interior design - one focused on ROI, not just aesthetics. 

Visit ericaooh.com to schedule a consultation, request a pricing estimate, or book a design audit. You can also follow Erica on Instagram at @ericaoohdesigns for design tips, guides, and before/after reels.

Connect with Miguel on LinkedIn or reach out at [email protected]

AI Search Strategy for Business Owners

Many business owners are watching their website traffic drop without understanding why. Miguel experienced this firsthand when Tax Hack's blog traffic plummeted from 88,000 to 3,000 unique visitors. 

The culprit? AI overviews are changing how people find information online.

In this episode, Miguel sits down with Ryan Russell, founder and CEO of BizIQ, to get answers. If you're seeing similar drops or wondering how to stay visible as AI changes search, this episode breaks down what's actually happening and what to do about it. Ryan Russell, founder of BizIQ, shares findings from asking AI platforms directly where they source their business recommendations and the answers point to clear actions you can take.

Other insights from this episode include:

• Where AI platforms actually get their business information (spoiler alert: your Google Business Profile matters more than you think)
• Why AI search and traditional search work together, not against each other
• The ranking factors that determine if you show up in AI recommendations
• Practical tactics for optimizing your Google Business Profile, including the underutilized Products & Services section
• Content strategy in the AI era: quality vs. quantity and what's actually working
• The truth about using AI-generated content on your website
• Three actions you can take this week to test and improve your AI visibility

About Our Guest

Ryan Russell, Founder & CEO of BizIQ, a search optimization expert whose team researches how businesses can adapt to AI-driven discovery.

Visit biziq.com/contact for a free audit or consultation

Connect with Miguel on LinkedIn or [email protected]

Ever wonder what happens when finance, technology, and tax strategy all come together? In this recap, we dive into how Rho’s unified financial platform can streamline operations and help you maximize your R&D tax credit. 

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Tax Changes 2025: Bonus Depreciation, Land Conservation Easements & Corporate Transparency Act

In this episode, Daniela and Miguel break down key 2025 tax updates that could impact your business and investments. We cover the latest changes to Bonus Depreciation, new considerations for Land Conservation Easements, and essential provisions of the Corporate Transparency Act. Whether you're a business owner, investor, or tax professional, staying ahead of these changes is crucial for tax planning and compliance.

📊 Subtopics Covered:

• Changes to Bonus Depreciation and what it means for your deductions
• Land Conservation Easements: Updates and tax implications
• Key provisions of the Corporate Transparency Act and compliance requirements
• Other important tax changes for 2025

✅ Stay informed and ensure your tax strategy is optimized for the new year!

Keywords: Bonus depreciation 2025, land conservation easements tax, corporate transparency act compliance, tax law changes 2025, business tax updates, tax planning strategies, IRS updates 2025.

R&D Tax Credit & Section 174: Key Insights with Miguel, Ishan & Ashton 🎙️💡

In this episode, we dive into the complexities of the R&D Tax Credit and the latest updates on Section 174. Miguel, Ishan, and Ashton break down what businesses need to know about research & experimentation (R&E) expense deductions, tax compliance, and strategic planning for 2024 and beyond.

📊 Subtopics Covered:

• Understanding the R&D Tax Credit and who qualifies
• Section 174 changes and their impact on R&E deductions
• Key compliance considerations for businesses
• Strategies to maximize tax benefits under the new regulations

✅ Stay ahead of tax law changes and make the most of your R&D investments!

Keywords: R&D tax credit 2024, Section 174 changes, R&E deductions, tax benefits for businesses, research tax incentives, tax planning strategies, IRS compliance updates.

Tax Technical Talk: Thoughts on the Tax Relief for American Families & Workers Act of 2024 🎙️💡

In this episode, Miguel, Ashton, Paul, and Ishan break down the key provisions of the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 and what they mean for both individuals and small businesses. From bonus depreciation extensions to child tax credit enhancements, we explore how these changes aim to provide relief amid economic challenges.

📊 Subtopics Covered:

• How the Act enhances tax benefits for small businesses & individuals in 2024-2025
• Relief measures for lower-income taxpayers facing inflation
• Bonus depreciation extension & simplified R&E deductions
• Child tax credit updates & penalty adjustments

✅ Stay informed on how these tax updates may impact your finances!

Keywords: Tax Relief 2024, American Families and Workers Act, small business tax benefits, bonus depreciation extension, child tax credit 2024, R&E deduction changes, tax law updates 2025.

Tax Changes 2025: Bonus Depreciation, Land Conservation Easements & Corporate Transparency Act 

In this episode, Daniela and Miguel break down key 2025 tax updates that could impact your business and investments. We cover the latest changes to Bonus Depreciation, new considerations for Land Conservation Easements, and essential provisions of the Corporate Transparency Act.

📊 Subtopics Covered: 

• Changes to Bonus Depreciation and what it means for your deductions
• Land Conservation Easements: Updates and tax implications
• Key provisions of the Corporate Transparency Act and compliance requirements
• Other important tax changes for 2025

✅ Stay informed and ensure your tax strategy is optimized for the new year!
 
Keywords: Bonus depreciation 2025, land conservation easements tax, corporate transparency act compliance, tax law changes 2025, business tax updates, tax planning strategies, IRS updates 2025.