Your Houston
Business Deserves Better.
Most Houston businesses overpay on taxes because their CPA is reactive — filing returns instead of building strategy. We work with you year-round to optimize your entity structure, minimize self-employment tax, and keep more of what you earn.
Built for Houston Business
Houston's economy thrives on energy, manufacturing, and logistics. As the nation's fourth-largest city, Houston attracts businesses across petrochemicals, aerospace, healthcare, and international trade. Whether you're in the Port of Houston shipping sector, energy services, or construction, Texas has no state income tax — but the franchise (margin) tax is often mismanaged.
Texas franchise tax applies to most businesses earning over $1.23M in revenue. Many Houston owners don't optimize their federal taxable income to minimize this franchise tax exposure. We structure your business and tax plan to take advantage of Texas's zero income tax while keeping your franchise tax manageable.
Houston's cost of living and favorable tax environment attract entrepreneurs. We work with contractors, O&G service companies, manufacturers, and professional services firms to maximize depreciation, optimize S-Corp elections, and leverage Texas business incentives.
Energy & O&G Services
Depletion allowances, equipment depreciation, cost-plus contract structures, and entity optimization for service companies and contractors in the energy sector.
Learn moreLogistics & Transportation
Vehicle depreciation, fuel tax credits, owner-operator strategies, freight expense allocation, and fleet management accounting.
Learn moreContractors & Construction
Job costing, equipment depreciation (100% bonus depreciation), S-Corp election for W-2 optimization, lien law compliance, and subcontractor 1099 management.
Learn moreProfessional Services & Tech
Consultants, engineers, IT firms, and accountants. We optimize your entity structure and compensation split to minimize combined federal tax while avoiding excessive franchise tax.
Learn moreStrategies That Save Real Money
S-Corp Election
The single most impactful strategy for profitable businesses. By electing S-Corp status and setting reasonable W-2 compensation, most Houston business owners save $8,000–$25,000+ annually in self-employment tax alone.
Learn more100% Bonus Depreciation
Equipment, vehicles, and tools placed in service qualify for immediate 100% depreciation. For contractors and manufacturers, this can shelter $50,000–$500,000+ of taxable income in the year of purchase.
Learn moreTexas Franchise Tax Minimization
Structure your Texas taxable income to stay below the franchise tax threshold or minimize your margin tax liability. This is critical for businesses earning $1.23M–$3M in revenue.
Learn moreSection 179 Depreciation
Combined with 100% bonus depreciation, Section 179 elections allow you to deduct equipment up to $1.16M immediately in tax year 2025.
Learn moreQuarterly Estimated Tax Planning
Since Texas has no income tax, many owners over-prepay federal estimates. We calculate exact quarterly payments to avoid penalties while preserving cash.
Learn moreCost Segregation & Asset Disposition
For manufacturers and real estate businesses, cost segregation studies accelerate depreciation on real property improvements. We also manage like-kind exchanges and equipment sales.
Learn moreStop Guessing. Start Saving.
Schedule a free 30-minute strategy call to see how much you could save this year. No obligation, no pressure — just a clear picture of what proactive tax planning looks like.
Schedule Your Free CallHow We Work Together
Free Strategy Call
A complimentary 30-minute meeting to understand your business model, revenue, and current tax structure. We review your entity choice and identify immediate opportunities.
Business Tax Diagnostic
We review your prior returns, franchise tax filings, and depreciation schedules. We identify missed deductions, S-Corp opportunities, and Texas-specific tax leaks.
Implementation & Setup
S-Corp election filing, bonus depreciation elections, quarterly estimated tax calculations, and franchise tax projection. We coordinate with your payroll and accounting systems.
Year-Round Advisory
Monthly bookkeeping, quarterly financial statements, mid-year tax projections, and strategic check-ins to capitalize on business growth opportunities.
Real Results
Houston HVAC Contractor (S-Corp + Bonus Depreciation)
A Houston residential HVAC company with $850K revenue, sole owner working in the field. By electing S-Corp and setting W-2 salary at $55K, they save $12,400 in self-employment tax. Additionally, $120K in new truck and equipment purchases qualify for 100% bonus depreciation, sheltering $120K of taxable income. Combined annual tax savings: $16,500.
Annual Savings
$16,500
Energy Services Company (Cost Segregation & Franchise Tax)
A mid-sized O&G services company grossing $2.8M with a mix of equipment and real property. A cost segregation study accelerates depreciation by $180K over 5 years, and strategic S-Corp structuring reduces franchise tax exposure by $8,200 annually.
Annual Savings
$18,700
Professional Services Firm (W-2 Optimization)
A Houston consulting firm with $1.4M net income. S-Corp election with $70K W-2 salary splits income between wages and distributions, saving $11,300 in self-employment tax while keeping franchise tax moderate.
Annual Savings
$11,300
Resources
S-Corp Tax Savings Calculator
See how much you could save by electing S-Corp status.
S-Corp Election Guide
Everything you need to know about S-Corp election.
LLC vs. S-Corp Guide
Understand the tax differences between LLC and S-Corp structures.
Marginal Tax Rate Calculator
Calculate your federal tax rates.
Accountable Plans Explained
How to reimburse yourself tax-free for business expenses.
QBI Deduction Guide
Understand the 23% qualified business income deduction.
Tax Services for Houston Business Owners
Every Houston engagement starts with the same proactive playbook. Explore the core services that drive most of our clients’ tax savings.
Proactive Tax Planning
Year-round strategy — projections, entity moves, and quarterly check-ins for Houston business owners.
Tax Preparation & Filing
Federal, state, and multi-state returns prepared by a CPA who already knows your strategy.
Outsourced Bookkeeping
Monthly closings, clean financials, and a single source of truth for your tax filings.
S-Corp Election & Reasonable Comp
When the S-Corp election makes sense, what salary to set, and how to avoid IRS scrutiny.
Cost Segregation
Accelerate depreciation on commercial property and rentals — pairs well with bonus depreciation.
CPA for Business Owners
Full-service tax and advisory built for Houston entrepreneurs scaling past $250K in revenue.
Serving Houston
We serve clients remotely across the Houston metro area and beyond with proactive tax strategy and year-round advisory.
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Houston Small Business CPA Questions
No. Texas has no state income tax, which is a huge advantage. However, Texas does have a franchise (margin) tax on businesses earning over $1.23M in revenue. We help you optimize your business structure and taxable income to minimize franchise tax exposure.
Most profitable Houston business owners save $8,000–$25,000+ annually by electing S-Corp status. The savings depend on your net income and how much you can reasonably pay yourself as a W-2 salary. We run scenarios to show your specific opportunity.
Yes. Any equipment, vehicles, or machinery placed in service in 2025 qualifies for 100% bonus depreciation under federal tax law. This applies to contractors, manufacturers, and service businesses. We strategically time equipment purchases to maximize current-year deductions.
The franchise (margin) tax is a gross revenue tax applied to businesses earning over $1.23M. The rate is 0.375% (or 0.75% for certain retailers). We structure your entity and business income to stay below the threshold or strategically manage taxable income if you're subject to the tax.
Generally, no. S-Corp elections make sense when net self-employment income exceeds $60,000–$80,000. Below that threshold, the filing complexity and payroll costs outweigh the self-employment tax savings. We assess your specific situation.
Since Texas has no state income tax, all estimated quarterly payments go to the federal government. Many Houston owners miscalculate and over-prepay. We calculate exact quarterly payments based on your year-to-date performance to minimize overpayment and preserve cash.
Stop Overpaying. Start Planning.
Houston business owners who work with a proactive CPA save an average of $15,000–$40,000 annually compared to basic compliance-only firms. Book a free 30-minute strategy call to see what you are missing.