CPA Michael Uadiale reveals how to pay less tax legally using his DECIDE framework and how real estate investors can turn taxes into a wealth-building tool.

In this episode of RealDealChat, Jack Hoss interviews Michael Uadiale, founder of SMAD CPA, who believes taxes are a tool, not a trap. Michael explains how proactive planning — not compliance — is the key to wealth preservation and how his DECIDE Framework helps entrepreneurs and real estate investors dramatically reduce taxes legally and ethically.

Michael shares his journey as an immigrant CPA, how he discovered the flaws in “compliance-only” accounting, and why most business owners are overpaying the IRS by tens of thousands every year. He also dives deep into strategies for maximizing deductions, income shifting, entity selection, and turning real estate into a tax-free wealth machine.

What you’ll learn:

• Why the IRS isn’t your advisor — and how to use the tax code to your advantage
• The 6-step DECIDE Framework for proactive tax planning
• How to hire your kids and shift income legally
• How to qualify for powerful home office deductions
• Why real estate investing is the ultimate tax shelter
• How cost segregation unlocks massive savings
• Understanding deductions, credits, and deferrals
• The mindset difference between wealthy and average taxpayers
• How AI is reshaping the CPA profession and increasing productivity

📍 Learn more about Michael and his team → SMADCPA.com

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⏱️ Timestamps (Accurate to Transcript)

00:00 – Taxes: a tool, not a trap

01:05 – Michael’s immigrant journey into accounting

02:30 – From disappointment to purpose: mastering taxes

03:50 – Why CPAs must evolve beyond compliance

04:56 – The government’s role vs your tax advisor’s job

05:45 – Making the profession proactive & value-driven

06:30 – The DECIDE Tax Reduction Framework explained

07:30 – D = Deductions: maximize every legal write-off

09:00 – E = Entities: the right tax structure matters

10:50 – C = Credits: dollar-for-dollar tax power

12:00 – I = Income conversion: shifting brackets legally

13:00 – D = Deferral: use timing to grow faster

14:00 – E = Elimination: when taxes vanish entirely

15:00 – How to claim the home office deduction

16:40 – Rules: regular use, exclusive use, and purpose

18:20 – Shifting income to your children for savings

20:00 – Why $15,000/year per child can save 25%

21:40 – Real estate: the ultimate tax-free wealth machine

23:00 – Cost segregation & bonus depreciation explained

25:30 – Why this new tax bill is a huge win for investors

26:20 – Michael’s #1 tax tip for entrepreneurs

27:30 – Rapid fire: lies, lessons, and tools

28:40 – Book recommendation: Amp It Up by Frank Slootman

28:55 – AI in accounting: replacing two full-time employees

29:40 – Final message: taxes are a tool, not a trap

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