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Taxes for Speakers: Smart Strategies to Keep More of What You Earn
August 26 | 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT
Taxes for Speakers: Smart Strategies to Keep More of What You Earn
Hosted by Lawrence Pon, CPA/PFS, CFP, EA, USTCP, AEP

Professional speaking can be a rewarding business—but are you leaving money on the table at tax time? In this practical webinar, you’ll learn how to navigate the most important tax strategies for speakers, from what counts as a deductible expense to how to protect yourself in an audit.
We'll cover real-world tips on:
- Tracking income and expenses the smart way
- Estimating taxes without surprises
- Maximizing deductions for travel, home office, and business investments
- Avoiding common red flags that trigger IRS attention
- Setting yourself up for success at tax time—next year and beyond
Whether you're just starting your business or want a quick check on your current setup, you’ll walk away with peace of mind, a few “aha” moments, and speaker-specific tax know-how you can actually use.
Register below to join us on Tues., Aug. 26 @ 5 p.m. ET for this upcoming BBB webinar.
About Lawrence Pon, CPA/PFS, CFP, EA, USTCP, AEP
Lawrence Pon is a Certified Public Accountant, Personal Financial Specialist, Certified Financial Planner, Enrolled Agent, United States Tax Court Practitioner, and Accredited Estate Planner in Redwood Shores, CA.
Lawrence has been in practice since 1986 and speaks regularly to tax professionals and financial planners on the latest tax planning and preparation topics nationally. He also teaches Income Tax at the College of San Mateo.
Lawrence received his BS in Business Administration from UC Berkeley and MS in Taxation from Golden Gate University in San Francisco.