Dustin and Adam challenge the widely accepted notion that “making more money means paying more taxes,” revealing how successful investors strategically follow the tax code as a playbook rather than viewing it as an unavoidable burden.

The hosts share practical strategies such as real estate professional status, oil and gas investments, and equipment depreciation, and how a combination of these approaches has allowed Adam to legally pay zero federal income tax for the last five years.

They emphasize the importance of partnering with a forward-thinking CPA focused on tax strategy rather than just compliance, why changing your facts is the key to changing your tax situation, and how redirecting capital toward government-incentivized investments creates both wealth and positive social impact.

This episode delivers actionable insights to help high-income professionals transform their approach to taxation and wealth building.

Watch episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-F0J2EtmYU

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Connect with Dustin:

• Big Spring Capital
• LinkedIn (/in/TheDustinBailey)
• Twitter/X (@TheDustinBailey)

Connect with Adam:

• Bidwell Capital
• LinkedIn (/in/AdamJPenn)

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