Let's Talk Tax Podcast

Welcome to Let’s Talk Tax powered by McGuire Sponsel, a show for growth-minded professionals in tax. Whether you’re crunching numbers in a CPA firm or managing real estate portfolios, we’ve got something for you.

Our goal is to make tax concepts relevant, growth-minded, and, most importantly, understandable. Let’s Talk Tax is designed for everyone at CPA and real estate firms, from entry-level associates to seasoned partners with clients seeking expert insights.

So, if you’re ready to stay informed and join the conversation on all things tax, be sure to tune in! Let’s Talk Tax is your go-to destination for navigating the complexities of the tax world with clarity and confidence.

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Why Let's Talk Tax? Unveiling Our Vision

This week on Let’s Talk Tax, hosts Justin Gephart and Tim LeMasters unveil the vision for the podcast including a brief overview of McGuire Sponsel and what one another look forward to discussing in 2024.

With diverse backgrounds spanning accounting, real estate management, and beyond, our hosts are united by a passion for making taxes not just understandable, but downright exciting. So grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and let’s talk tax.

Latest Let's Talk Tax Episodes

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R&D Tax Credit Services
November 21, 2024

Paths to Correction: Tackling 174 Amortization
by TJ Sponsel & David Seibel, EA
In this episode, host ⁠TJ Sponsel⁠ welcomes back guest ⁠David Seibel⁠ to discuss the implications of IRC 174 amortization.
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Alliance Network
November 15, 2024

What Election Results Could Mean for Upcoming Tax Legislation
by TJ Sponsel, Dave McGuire, & Jerry Hammel
In this episode, hosts TJ Sponsel and Dave McGuire are joined by guest Jerry Hammel to discuss predictions on tax...
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Location Advisory Services
October 10, 2024

The Art of Site Selection: Key Considerations for Business Growth
by Justin Gephart & Ben Worrell, MBA
In this episode of Let’s Talk Tax, host Justin Gephart discusses ⁠site selection⁠ and its crucial role in business growth...
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Fixed Asset Services
October 3, 2024

From Policy to Practice: The Historical Landscape of Cost Segregation
by Tim LeMasters & Dave McGuire
In this episode of Let’s Talk Tax, host ⁠Tim LeMasters⁠ discusses the history and intricacies of cost segregation with expert...
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All Let's Talk Tax Episodes

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Location Advisory Services
October 10, 2024

The Art of Site Selection: Key Considerations for Business Growth
by Justin Gephart & Ben Worrell, MBA
In this episode of Let’s Talk Tax, host Justin Gephart discusses ⁠site selection⁠ and its crucial role in business growth...
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Fixed Asset Services
October 3, 2024

From Policy to Practice: The Historical Landscape of Cost Segregation
by Tim LeMasters & Dave McGuire
In this episode of Let’s Talk Tax, host ⁠Tim LeMasters⁠ discusses the history and intricacies of cost segregation with expert...
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R&D Tax Credit Services
September 26, 2024

174 Is Not Going Anywhere
by TJ Sponsel & David Seibel, EA
In this episode, host ⁠TJ Sponsel⁠ welcomes back guest ⁠David Seibel⁠, principal of McGuire Sponsel’s ⁠R&D Tax Credit Services⁠ practice...
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Alliance Network
September 19, 2024

Maintaining Culture in a Changing Environment
by TJ Sponsel & Sarah Turner
In this episode, host ⁠TJ Sponsel⁠ continues the conversation with guest Sarah Turner, president of Lumino Leadership, on the topic...
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Alliance Network
September 5, 2024

Cultivating Leadership in CPA Firms
by TJ Sponsel & Sarah Turner
In this episode, host ⁠TJ Sponsel⁠ is joined by first-time guest Sarah Turner, President of Lumino Leadership, to discuss the...
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Global Business Services
August 29, 2024

The IC-DISC Advantage: Maximizing Export Tax Savings
by TJ Sponsel & Jerry Hammel, CPA
In this episode, host ⁠TJ Sponsel⁠ and guest ⁠Jerry Hammel delve into the intricacies and ⁠benefits⁠ of the ⁠IC-DISC⁠ (Interest...
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Alliance Network
August 22, 2024

Strategic Growth in the Southeast for CPA and Real Estate Pros
by Tim LeMasters & Mike Hammel, MAcc
In this episode, host ⁠Tim LeMasters⁠ is joined by ⁠Mike Hammel, MAcc,⁠ a relationship manager at McGuire Sponsel. They delve into...
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R&D Tax Credit Services
August 8, 2024

IRC 41 & 174 Uncertainty: What Every CPA Should Know
by TJ Sponsel & Garrett Duffy
In this episode, host ⁠TJ Sponsel⁠ and first-time guest ⁠Garrett Duffy⁠ delve into the technical distinctions between ⁠Sections 174 and 41⁠...
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Fixed Asset Services
August 1, 2024

Evolution of Real Estate Trends & Tax Implications
by Tim LeMasters & Dave McGuire
In this episode, host ⁠Tim LeMasters⁠ is joined by ⁠Dave McGuire⁠, a shareholder at McGuire Sponsel, to delve into the intricacies...
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R&D Tax Credit Services
July 25, 2024

Strengthening Client R&D Tax Credit Claims: Key Areas Often Overlooked
by TJ Sponsel & Audrey Carnall, M.S.
In this episode, host ⁠TJ Sponsel and guest ⁠Audrey Carnall discuss the intricacies of ⁠R&D tax credit⁠ documentation.
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Location Advisory Services
July 18, 2024

Identifying Growth Opportunities in Manufacturing & Other Industries
by Tim LeMasters & Reid Pittard, MBA
In this episode, host ⁠Tim LeMasters and guest ⁠Reid Pittard⁠ discuss identifying ⁠credit and incentive⁠ opportunities for clients
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Global Business Services
July 11, 2024

Is Your Firm Built Properly to Scale International Tax?
by TJ Sponsel & Greg Lambrecht, CPA
In this episode, host ⁠TJ Sponsel⁠ and guest ⁠Greg Lambrecht⁠ discuss strategies for building a successful international tax practice.
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Alliance Network
June 20, 2024

Building Trusted Partnerships
by Tim LeMasters & Jerry Hammel, CPA
In this episode, host ⁠Tim Masters⁠ is joined by guest ⁠Jerry Hammel⁠ to discuss the importance of building successful and trusted...
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Alliance Network
June 13, 2024

Technology Trap Doors and the R&D Credit
by TJ Sponsel & Richie Abedin
In this episode, host ⁠TJ Sponsel⁠ is joined by guest Richie Abedin, a Senior Tax Consultant specializing in R&D tax...
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Alliance Network
June 6, 2024

Building Portfolios Through Specialized Expertise
by Tim LeMasters & Jerry Hammel, CPA
In this episode, host ⁠Tim Masters⁠ is joined by guest ⁠Jerry Hammel⁠ to discuss the evolving role of CPAs in current...
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Alliance Network
May 30, 2024

How Tax Planning Works in a Challenging Real Estate Environment
by TJ Sponsel & Dave McGuire
In this episode, hosts ⁠TJ Sponsel⁠ and ⁠Dave McGuire⁠ discuss leveraging tax planning in the current challenging real estate climate.
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Alliance Network
May 23, 2024

Why CPA Firms Avoid International Compliance
by Tim LeMasters & Jason Rauhe, CPA
In this episode, host Tim LeMasters and guest Jason Rauhe discuss the complexities and increased scrutiny in international tax compliance affecting...
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Alliance Network
May 16, 2024

Comparing State and Federal R&D Tax Credit Opportunities
by TJ Sponsel & David Seibel, EA
In this episode, host TJ Sponsel and guest David Seibel discuss the numerous state R&D Credits that are available for...
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Alliance Network
May 9, 2024

Negotiating Tools for Business Growth
by Justin Gephart & Ben Worrell, MBA
This week on Let’s Talk Tax, host Justin Gephart and guest Ben Worrell discuss five key tools state and local...
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Alliance Network
May 2, 2024

Navigating Transfer Pricing Documentation
by Dave McGuire & John Bodur, MBA
This week on Let’s Talk Tax, Dave McGuire and guest John Bodur dive into transfer pricing documentation.
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Alliance Network
April 25, 2024

Roadmapping the R&D Tax Credit over the Last 18 Months
by TJ Sponsel & Kyle Riddle
This week on Let’s Talk Tax, hosts ⁠TJ Sponsel and guest Kyle Riddle overview the progression of the R&D Tax...
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Alliance Network
April 18, 2024

Bonus Depreciation Q1 Update
by Justin Gephart & Dave McGuire
This week on Let’s Talk Tax, hosts ⁠Justin Gephart⁠ and ⁠Dave McGuire⁠ discuss the latest on bonus depreciation and break...
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Alliance Network
April 11, 2024

Why Technical Builds Trust in Partnerships
by TJ Sponsel & Dave McGuire
This week on Let’s Talk Tax, hosts TJ Sponsel and Dave McGuire discuss McGuire Sponsel’s history, including how the firm’s...
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Alliance Network
April 4, 2024

Why Let’s Talk Tax? Unveiling Our Vision
by Justin Gephart & Tim LeMasters
This week on Let’s Talk Tax, hosts Justin Gephart and Tim LeMasters unveil the vision for the podcast including a...
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