Pay yourself as LLC in 2026 (NEW Trump Tax Changes)

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📝 Video Summary
In this video, a CPA explains the correct way to pay yourself as an LLC in 2026, focusing on owner’s draws and why LLC owners don’t automatically get a paycheck or W-2. You’ll learn the clean step-by-step setup (EIN, business bank account, and documented transfers) and how often/how much you can draw without a required schedule. The key takeaway is that owner’s draws don’t reduce your taxes—the IRS taxes your net profit, not where the cash sits. The video also breaks down self-employment tax and why cash-flow mismanagement is what sinks many profitable businesses. Finally, it explains when an S-Corp may start making sense, how reasonable salary works, and why S-Corps aren’t for everyone due to added compliance.

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• Elect S-Corp (Fax IRS Form 2553): https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f2553...
• Get a Free EIN (IRS): https://sa.www4.irs.gov/modiein/indiv...
• Pay Federal Estimated Taxes (IRS): https://www.irs.gov/payments

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⏳ Timestamps / Chapters
00:00 How to Pay Yourself as an LLC in 2026 (Start Here)
00:49 The #1 Misunderstanding: LLC Owners Don’t Get W-2s
01:38 Owner’s Draw Explained
02:02 Don’t Commingle Funds (How People Lose LLC Protection)
02:44 Paying Yourself (Step-by-Step)
05:06 Why Owner Draws Don’t Lower Your Taxes
06:00 Self-Employment Tax (What LLC Owners Miss)
07:06 When to Switch to an S-Corp?

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⚠️ Disclaimer
This video is for educational purposes only and doesn’t create a CPA-client relationship. Tax outcomes depend on your facts, income, and state rules. Always consult your tax professional before implementing strategies.