Your Las Vegas
Business Deserves Better.
Most Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas Business
Las Vegas is a premier entertainment, hospitality, and gaming destination. Nevada has no state income tax, which is a major advantage for business owners. However, Nevada does have a Modified Business Tax (MBT) on gross revenue for certain businesses, and a Commerce Tax on businesses with revenue exceeding $4M.
Nevada's Modified Business Tax varies by industry: 1.5% for wholesalers and retailers, 0.5% for service and other businesses, 2% for gaming. Many Las Vegas business owners don't understand how the MBT applies to their specific business or how to structure for tax optimization. We help you navigate Nevada's unique tax environment.
Las Vegas's diverse economy supports hospitality, gaming, real estate investment, professional services, and growing tech and professional sectors. We work with restaurant owners, hotel operators, real estate investors, and professional service providers to optimize entity structure, maximize depreciation, and leverage Nevada's favorable tax environment.
Hospitality & Gaming
Restaurants, bars, casinos, entertainment venues, and hotel operators. We manage food cost accounting, gaming tax compliance, modified business tax optimization, and inventory tracking.
Learn moreReal Estate Development & Investment
Property developers, real estate investors, property managers, and development companies. We handle depreciation, cost segregation studies, 1031 exchanges, and modified business tax.
Learn moreContractors & Construction
General contractors, subcontractors, and construction managers. We manage job costing, equipment depreciation, modified business tax, and subcontractor compliance.
Learn moreProfessional Services
Lawyers, consultants, accountants, and professional advisors. We optimize entity structure, partner distributions, modified business tax exposure, and retirement planning.
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 Las Vegas business owners save $8,000–$25,000+ annually in self-employment tax alone.
Learn more100% Bonus Depreciation
Equipment, furniture, kitchen equipment, gaming machines, and machinery placed in service qualify for immediate 100% depreciation. For hospitality and real estate, this can shelter $100,000–$500,000+ of taxable income.
Learn moreNevada Modified Business Tax Optimization
Structure your business to minimize MBT exposure. For service businesses paying 0.5% MBT, strategic entity structuring and gross revenue management is critical.
Learn moreCost Segregation (Real Property)
For real estate investors and developers, cost segregation studies accelerate depreciation on building improvements, saving $50,000–$250,000+ over the study period.
Learn more1031 Exchange (Like-Kind Exchange)
If you own investment property, 1031 exchanges allow you to defer capital gains taxes when reinvesting in similar property.
Learn moreRetirement Plan Optimization
SEP-IRA, Solo 401(k), or Defined Benefit plans can reduce taxable income by $50,000–$250,000+ depending on your age and business structure.
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 discuss your Las Vegas business, revenue, and current tax position. We explore S-Corp opportunities, modified business tax exposure, and depreciation potential.
Business Tax Diagnostic
We review your prior returns, analyze your modified business tax liability, assess entity structure, and identify missed depreciation and retirement plan opportunities.
Implementation & Filing
S-Corp election submission, modified business tax registration and calculation, bonus depreciation elections, quarterly estimated tax calculations, and retirement plan setup.
Year-Round Advisory
Monthly or quarterly bookkeeping, modified business tax filings, financial statements, mid-year tax projections, and strategic planning for growth and expansion.
Real Results
Las Vegas Restaurant Group (S-Corp + Food Cost + MBT)
A multi-location restaurant group with $3.2M revenue and $480K net profit. By electing S-Corp with $120K W-2 salary, the owner saves $23,400 in self-employment tax. Strategic food cost allocation and inventory management reduce taxable income by $80K. Modified business tax optimization saves additional $8,200. Combined annual savings: $31,600.
Annual Savings
$31,600
Las Vegas Real Estate Developer (Cost Segregation + Depreciation)
A developer with a $4.5M commercial project and $320K in improvements and equipment. A cost segregation study accelerates depreciation by $200K, saving $60,000 in federal taxes over 5 years. Combined with S-Corp election ($85K salary), total savings: $70,300.
Annual Savings
$70,300
Las Vegas Consulting Firm (MBT Optimization + Retirement Plan)
A 2-partner consulting firm with $920K net profit and $2.1M gross revenue (subject to 0.5% MBT). By structuring W-2 compensation at $80K per partner and establishing a Defined Benefit Plan (contributing $140K annually per partner), they optimize both federal and Nevada tax exposure. Total annual savings: $38,600.
Annual Savings
$38,600
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 Las Vegas Business Owners
Every Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas entrepreneurs scaling past $250K in revenue.
Serving Las Vegas
We serve clients remotely across the Las Vegas metro area and beyond with proactive tax strategy and year-round advisory.
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Las Vegas Small Business CPA Questions
Nevada has no state income tax, which is a huge advantage. However, Nevada has a Modified Business Tax (MBT) based on gross revenue. The rate varies: 1.5% for wholesalers/retailers, 0.5% for service businesses, 2% for gaming. We help you minimize MBT exposure.
The MBT is a gross revenue tax applied to most Nevada businesses based on their classification. Restaurants pay 1.5%, consultants pay 0.5%, casinos pay 2%. We classify your business correctly and optimize your gross revenue structure to minimize MBT liability.
Most Las Vegas business owners save $8,000–$25,000+ annually in federal self-employment tax by electing S-Corp. For restaurant groups and high-profit businesses, savings often exceed $30,000.
Yes. Food cost, beverages, and supplies are fully deductible as cost of goods sold (COGS). We implement proper inventory accounting and food cost tracking to maximize deductions while minimizing MBT exposure.
If you own commercial property with significant improvements ($1M+), a cost segregation study can accelerate depreciation and save tens of thousands in federal taxes. We assess whether it makes sense for your situation.
Yes. 1031 exchanges allow you to defer capital gains taxes when selling and reinvesting in similar property. We help you structure the sale and reinvestment to satisfy IRS requirements and defer taxes.
Stop Overpaying. Start Planning.
Las Vegas 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.