Tax Saving Secrets of the 1% | Kruse & Crawford CPAs
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Free 53-Page Guide

The Tax Strategies High Earners Use to Keep More of What They Make

A free guide from a CPA who helps high-income professionals and business owners identify proactive tax-planning opportunities.

53-Page Guide
7 Proactive Strategies
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If you earn $400,000 or more, you already know...

Your tax bill is massive and it grows every year.
Your CPA files your return but doesn't plan ahead to save you money.
The wealthy seem to pay less than you do. There's a reason for that.

They use strategies most accountants don't offer.
This guide shows you what they are.

Real Client Results

What These Strategies Look Like in Practice

Every situation is different. Here are examples of how high earners used these strategies to keep more of what they make.

Cardiologist case study

Healthcare

Cardiologist Saves $332K

Before 37.7% effective rate
After 4.5% effective rate
Tax Savings $332,894
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Tech executive case study

Technology

Tech Executive Saves $265K

Income $849K (salary + RSUs)
Before 42.2% effective rate
Tax Savings $265,051
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Law firm partner case study

Legal

Law Firm Partner Saves $578K

Income $1,700,000
Tax Savings $578,493
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These examples reflect specific client facts and documented planning. Results vary. Tax outcomes depend on eligibility, timing, documentation, applicable law, and each taxpayer's circumstances.

What's Inside

Inside This 53-Page Guide

No fluff. No theory. Just practical strategies you can discuss with your tax advisor.

Oil & Gas Working Interests

How to potentially deduct 100% of your investment in year one.

The Short-Term Rental Loophole

A real estate strategy that doesn't require being a "real estate professional."

Opportunity Zone Investing

Defer and potentially eliminate capital gains on appreciated assets.

Solar Energy Credits

Beyond your home. How to invest in solar for meaningful tax savings.

Equipment Leasing

Generate ordinary losses while building portfolio income.

And More Strategies

Additional approaches used by high-net-worth individuals to reduce their tax burden legally.

Richard Kruse, CPA

About the Author

Richard Kruse, CPA

Richard Kruse has been helping high-income professionals reduce their tax burden since 2005. Based in Cincinnati, his firm Kruse & Crawford CPAs works with executives, physicians, and business owners nationwide.

"Most CPAs are historians — they tell you what happened. We're planners. We tell you what to do before year-end so you keep more of what you earn."

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Tax preparation looks backward. It reports what already happened. Tax strategy looks forward. It means making decisions throughout the year that reduce what you owe before year-end. We include both in every engagement.
Tax strategy engagements are scoped to the complexity of the work and the planning opportunities involved. We will explain the proposed scope and fee before any work begins.
Results depend on your facts, eligibility, timing, documentation, and applicable law. We will identify the planning opportunities we believe are supportable, explain the work involved, and discuss expected benefits before you decide whether to proceed.
January 1st is ideal. But if that's passed, the answer is now. The earlier you start, the more options you have. Many strategies need to be in place before December 31st to count for the current tax year.
We focus on small to lower middle market companies with revenue between $1M and $50M. That's the sweet spot where proactive tax strategy makes the biggest difference.
Yes. We're based in Cincinnati but serve clients in all 50 states. We specialize in multi-state taxation for businesses with operations or customers across state lines.
The guide discusses established provisions and planning concepts, but no strategy applies automatically. Eligibility, implementation, documentation, and current law must be reviewed for each taxpayer before a position is taken.
No. These strategies are designed for W-2 earners making $400,000 or more. You don't need to be a millionaire. If you have a high income and a large tax bill, several of these strategies could apply to your situation right now.
It depends on your income, assets, and goals. The guide explains who qualifies for each strategy and when it makes sense. After reading it, you'll know which strategies are worth exploring with a qualified tax advisor.
No catch. The guide is free. Some strategies require working with qualified advisors or making investments, and the guide is transparent about that. You'll have all the information you need to make an informed decision.

Ready?

Ready to See What's Possible?

Download the free guide. Then, if you want to discuss your specific situation, book a complimentary tax strategy call.

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