Hidden Money Podcast

This week on Hidden Money, we unpack the massive “One Big, Beautiful Bill,” signed into law by President Trump on July 4th, 2025. From permanent 100% bonus depreciation to increased deductions for tip income and overtime pay, this sweeping legislation reshapes the tax landscape for business owners, investors, and families alike.

🎙️ In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Which deductions are now permanent—and how to leverage them

• How the ...

Giving back has never been smarter. In this episode of The Hidden Money Podcast, discover how strategic charitable giving can unlock major tax breaks while fueling the causes you believe in. From advanced strategies like bunching and donor-advised funds to practical tips for avoiding IRS scrutiny, Mike and Kevin walk you step by step through everything you need to know to make every dollar count. In this episode, Mike and Kevin bre...

In this episode of Hidden Money Unleashed, Mike and Kevin break down high-impact tax strategies for high-income earners. Learn how to:

• Identify your tax challenges using the 3 income buckets: active, passive, and portfolio

• Convert passive investments (like oil & gas) into active tax deductions

• Legally multiply your charitable deduction through strategic giving

• Use crypto and capital losses to offset gains

• Involve your spouse or ...

What do baseball, Bible class, and bourbon have in common? For Kevin Schneider, they’re all part of the path that led him to become a tax strategy powerhouse. In this episode, Kevin shares his origin story—how he stumbled into accounting, why he left ministry, and how personal struggles and career missteps ultimately led to purpose and success.

Mike and Kevin get real about the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, their transition to ...

Your life just changed—what does that mean for your taxes? In this episode of Hidden Money, Mike and Kevin dig into major life events and how they impact high-income earners at tax time. From the overlooked financial traps of divorce to surprising tax benefits of having a baby in December, this is your real-world guide to navigating tax strategy through life’s biggest moments.

Here’s what they cover:

• The real tax cost of divorce ...

In this episode, Mike and Kevin dive into the untold realities of entrepreneurship—late nights, high stakes, and why business ownership isn’t as glamorous as it looks. Over a world-class bourbon, they break down the importance of balancing business, family, and the not-so-obvious challenges of leadership.

They also dig into politics, tax law changes, and the value of healthy debate in today’s world. Plus, stick around for some hilar...

Are you overpaying the IRS without even knowing it? This episode of The Hidden Money Podcast, Mike and Kevin uncover the biggest tax mistakes small business owners, freelancers and gig workers make and how you can fix them fast.

We’re breaking down real-world self-employed tax planning strategies to help you unlock hidden tax savings and protect your income. Learn how an S-Corp can cut your self-employment tax, discover everyday bus...

Welcome to the very first episode of Hidden Money Unleashed, the podcast where CPAs Kevin Schneider and Mike Pine throw out the rulebook (and crack open the bourbon) to talk candidly about tax planning, entrepreneurship, and what it really means to find “hidden money” in your financial life.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• The unconventional path from fly fishing guide to CPA

• What it’s like to navigate the CPA world with ASD

• Why neur...

How can you retire rich—without relying on Social Security or Wall Street alone? In this episode of Hidden Money, CPAs Mike Pine and Kevin Schneider dig deep into retirement planning strategies for every age and stage of life.

They cover everything from 401(k)s vs Roth IRAs, the power of compound interest, tax-free Roth conversions, real estate strategies, and even how to avoid penalties when tapping retirement early. Plus, they sha...

Got a tax refund or big savings from your CPA? Don’t let that money sit idle. High-income W-2 earners have a unique opportunity to turn tax season into a launching pad for long-term wealth—and CPAs Mike Pine and Kevin Schneider are here to show you how.

In this episode of the Hidden Money Podcast, we break down how to:

• Use your refund to buy tax planning that lowers next year’s taxes

• Leverage strategies like STRs, oil & gas, o...

What’s really in the House Republicans’ sweeping new tax proposal? And how could it impact your financial strategy? In this episode, CPAs Mike Pine and Kevin Schneider unpack the 2025 new tax bill for you. From tax-free tips and revived bonus depreciation to expanded 529 uses, raised SALT caps, and proposed cuts to clean energy incentives, they break down what matters and what’s missing. Whether you're a W-2 earner, business ow...

CPAs Mike Pine and Kevin Schneider unpack the real difference between a tax preparer and a tax strategist. On this Hidden Money episode, learn how even W2 earners can slash taxes. Find out how one client saved $300K, how to interview the right CPA, and why Tax Day can be a Win!

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Gold, silver, and financial uncertainty—should you invest? Precious metals expert and founder of American Gold Exchange, Dana Samuelson, joins Mike and Kevin to discuss market trends, tax implications, and smart investment strategies. Discover how gold protects wealth, why central banks are stockpiling, and whether to diversify your portfolio with precious metals investment. Don't miss these key insights on investing in tangibl...

The new US government’s sweeping legislative changes has brought a whirlwind start to 2025. Whether these changes will help the US economy, or hurt it, only time will tell. However, what is certain is the uncertainty everyone is feeling, especially business owners. With tax season on everyone and documentation already in process, should you wait to file in case tax laws change, or should you go ahead and file? Here are Mike Pine an...

With Trump’s entry into the White House for the second time, CPAs Mike Pine and Kevin Schneider look ahead to foresee changes in tax law and government policy that may be coming. They give expert advice on what to expect that will help you be ready ahead of time to leverage the tax code to minimize possible liabilities, and continue to build wealth by paying less in taxes.

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Get a peek into the possible financial future. Mike and Kevin discuss the impact of coming administrative changes on current tax law and business, and what would be best for the US economy. Get an insider’s peek and learn how to leverage incentives for your business growth. Stay ahead in volatile times, possible shifts in the tax landscape, and optimize your financial outcomes.

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A collection of different tax strategies, all in one episode for your convenience! Mike and Kevin share some of the best and most effective tax strategies, and then, some which are surprisingly innovative. This is a great episode to bookmark and come back to every time you want a quick brainstorm of tax strategies you can leverage for your year’s tax planning.

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Defer tax all your life!  As a tax strategy, it's not as far-fetched as it sounds, and 1031 exchanges are the way to do it. In this episode, we talk with Dave Foster, founder and CEO of The 1031 Investor. He provides excellent advice, practical solutions to hurdles and key insights, in addition to true case-stories, to help real estate investors master this amazing tool in the tax code to defer taxes and build generational wealth.

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Here are 2 accounting truths on which business growth stands:

1. Bookkeeping is necessary, not a necessary evil.

2. The tax code helps to save money, not drain it.

Bad bookkeeping and tax planning can shut down your business. But you can’t be your own CPA and bookkeeper without burning out! In this episode, we talk with accounting guru Matt Nelson, and we’ll share insights into bookkeeping, and the solution we’ve created f...