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How Marketing Agencies Structure Finances: C Corp vs. Pass-Through LLC
August 24, 2024

In this bonus episode, we give you a sneak peek into what our Agency Owners Association (AOA) hangouts look like. Join their discussion about the pros and cons C Corp vs. pass-through LLC, salary vs. distribution, maximizing profit share, and tax implications. 

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

(00:00) Introduction to the Agency Owners Association

(00:30) Question on How Marketing Agencies Structure Finances

(01:26) Different Approaches to Paying Yourself

(02:25) Choosing Between C Corp and Pass-Through LLC

(04:17) Advice on Getting Started and Setting Up

(07:25) Strategies for Maximizing Profit and Deductions

(11:52) Borrowing Power and Mortgages for Business Owners

(16:43) Finding New Clients Online

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