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The Source Episode 17: Double Your Tax Refund? 103 New Tax Benefits Every Business Owner Should Know

Episode 17 - Double Your Tax Refund? 103 New Tax Benefits Every Business Owner Should Know w/ Julio Gonzalez
 
In this episode of The Source: Rule Breakers, Lawmakers & Influencers, Will sits down with Julio Gonzalez, CEO of Engineered Tax Services, to break down the powerful tax benefits inside the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” and what they could mean for entrepreneurs, real estate investors, and everyday taxpayers.
With 103 new tax deductions and incentives, this legislation could dramatically change how Americans approach tax planning, business investment, and wealth building.
Julio explains why many taxpayers are seeing larger refunds, reduced tax bills, and new opportunities to write off major purchases—from vehicles and real estate to jets and boats used for business.
Topics Covered in This Episode
• The 103 new tax benefits introduced in the latest tax legislation
• How Section 179 vehicle deductions can allow businesses to write off an entire vehicle purchase
• Why vehicle interest payments may now be tax deductible
• How 100% bonus depreciation can dramatically reduce taxable income
• Cost segregation strategies for real estate investors
• How SALT deductions increased from $10K to $40K and why that matters for homeowners
• Why sales tax on major purchases like vehicles can also count toward SALT deductions
• New healthcare, education, and retirement tax deductions for entrepreneurs
• How grants are becoming a major funding source for small businesses
• Why critical mineral production in the U.S. is attracting new investment
Julio also explains how smart tax planning—not just filing taxes—can unlock massive financial advantages for individuals and business owners alike.
If you’re an entrepreneur, real estate investor, small business owner, or independent contractor, this episode will give you actionable strategies to reduce taxes, increase cash flow, and build long-term wealth.

Episode 16: Be Intentional in Your Job Search with Andrew Becker

In this episode of The Source: Rule Breakers, Lawmakers, and Influencers, we sit down with Andrew Becker CEO of Career Alignment Group to break down how legal recruiting actually works behind the scenes.
If you're a lawyer, law student, or law firm partner, this conversation pulls back the curtain on:
Being intentional in your career development
Creating alignment between candidate & law firm
What law firms really look for when hiring
How the legal hiring market has changed
The biggest misconceptions about legal recruiting
Insider strategies for landing better legal opportunities
Whether you're in Big Law, boutique practice, or exploring a career transition, this episode provides real-world insight into navigating the legal job market strategically.
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Episode 15: Keep More. Pay Less. The Legal Tax Strategies Every Property Owner Should Be Using

In this episode 15 of The Source: Rule Breakers, Lawmakers & Influencers, host Will Corrente sits down with Julio Gonzalez (CEO of Engineered Tax Services) to discuss how the 2026 tax landscape rewards savvy property owners.
Key Takeaways:
100% Bonus Depreciation: Maximizing cash flow by writing off investments immediately.
Cost Segregation: Unlocking massive year-one deductions through engineering studies.
Real Estate Strategy: Why investment properties offer superior tax benefits over primary homes.
1031 Exchanges: Deferring capital gains to scale your portfolio.
Proactive Planning: Why you need a tax strategist to optimize your wealth.
Learn how to stop paying more than you owe and start turning tax liabilities into appreciating assets.

Episode 14 The Big Beautiful Bill: Why American Taxpayers Are Winning Again with Julio Gonzalez

In this episode of The Source, we’re joined by Julio Gonzalez, CEO of Engineered Tax Services, to break down what’s actually changed in the new U.S. tax code—and why it matters now.We discuss:Why 2025 tax refunds are coming in higherHow bonus depreciation and R&D tax credits are fueling innovationWhy small businesses historically paid more than major corporationsHow reduced regulation is freeing capital to raise wages and create jobsWhy grants are one of the most overlooked sources of free capitalThis is a practical, no-nonsense conversation for business owners, investors, and operators who want to understand how the tax code finally works in their favor.🎧 Listen now and learn how to keep more of what you earn.

Episode 13 One on One with AI OG Nick Mohnacky Founder & CEO of Bundle IQ

Episode 13 of The Source: Rule Breakers, Lawmakers & Influencers features host Will Corrente in a deep-dive conversation with AI OG Nick Mohnacky, founder and visionary behind BundleIQ—a next-generation, AI-powered knowledge management platform redefining how professionals research, analyze, and interact with information.
BundleIQ enables users to centralize documents, notes, and web content into intelligent workspaces and bundles, instantly summarize complex material, and engage their data through real-time conversational AI. At the core of the platform is ALANI, an advanced AI assistant designed to act as your analytical sidekick—extracting insights, answering nuanced questions, and delivering precise analysis from PDFs, research reports, and multi-source datasets. Features like Ask ALANI even support specialized domains, including AI policy and industry-specific intelligence.
Nick also shares insights on building AI infrastructure, practical use cases beyond the hype, and why West Palm Beach is emerging as a powerful hub for founders and forward-thinking technology companies.
If you care about AI that actually works in the real world—and the people building it—this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

EPISODE 12: INTERVIEW WITH ERIC ROZENBERG & HIS BOOK "BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE"

In this episode of The Source: Rulebreakers, Lawmakers & Influencers, we sit down with Eric Rozenberg, author of Before It’s Too Late: Letters to My Daughters and to America, a powerful account of a family seeking refuge in the promise of American liberty. Eric shares his journey of leaving Belgium after witnessing the erosion of safety and free speech, warning that the same political shifts he saw in Europe are now taking root in the United States.
From his grandfather’s narrow escape from the Holocaust to his own decision to trade European "security" for American freedom, Eric explores the vital importance of the Constitution and the dangers of a government that prioritizes power over its people. It is a compelling look at the immigrant experience, the fight for Western civilization, and the urgent need to protect our values before they are lost.

EPISODE 11 DAN ABBATE: DISCUSSION WITH DAN ABBATE, HOST OF THE BIG D.A. SHOW

In this episode of The Source: Rulebreakers, Lawmakers & Influencers, we sit down with lifelong entrepreneur and host of "The Big DA Show," Dan Abbate, to discuss the critical need for real-world business experience in political leadership. We explore the disconnect between career politicians and the private sector, focusing on why candidates who have never managed a payroll or signed a personal guarantee often struggle to govern effectively.
 
The conversation also dives into the psychological shift from personal accountability to a victimhood mindset and how these narratives impact the future of our major cities and the national economy. Topics of this episode includes the importance of entrepreneurial leadership in government, the redefinition of economic terms like recession, and a comparison of leadership outcomes between Florida and New York.

Episode 9: AI's Impact On National Security with Hamlet Yousef

On Episode 9 of The Source: Rule Breakers, Lawmakers & Influencers, we have a one on one discussion with Hamlet Yousef of Irongate Advisors & Irongate Funds. Topics of this episode include AI's impact on US national security.

Episode 8: Shutdown Standoff, Spending Wars, and the Future of the America — with US House Majority Whip Tom Emmer

In this episode of The Source: Rule Breakers, Lawmakers, and Influence, Will Corrente sits down with US House Majority Whip Tom Emmer for a blunt, unfiltered breakdown of the ongoing government shutdown and the fight over federal spending. Majority Whip Emmer argues that Democrats have abandoned working Americans and are holding paychecks for troops, air traffic controllers, and low-income families hostage to force higher spending, expanded benefits, and the radical left agenda.
They get into:
Why the shutdown happened and who’s actually blocking a deal
The $1.5T spending fight, Obamacare subsidies, and taxpayer-funded benefits for illegal immigrants
How policies in places like New York and California are driving taxpayers and small business owners out
This is a raw conversation about power, leverage, constitutional limits, and what’s really at stake for everyday Americans.

Episode 7 The Source Interviews Lt Col Alex Pelbath (Ret) — The Last One Out of Kabul and His Mission to Save America

In this powerful episode of The Source, we sit down with Lt Col Alex Pelbath (Ret.), decorated combat veteran, Air Force leader, and America First conservative candidate for U.S. Congress (SC-01).
Alex Pelbath isn’t a politician—he’s a mission-driven patriot who gets things done. After 22 years of service and more than 4,000 flight hours—including 1,000 in combat—Alex led from the front during one of America’s darkest military moments: the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan. As Air Mission Commander, he personally flew the last American plane out of Kabul, saving lives amid chaos and earning both the Distinguished Flying Cross and the “Sully” Sullenberger Award for Courage.
From his time advising the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to shaping two national defense budgets, Alex has seen firsthand how bloated bureaucracy and weak leadership threaten America’s security. Now, he’s taking that fight to Washington.
Tune in to hear:
The untold story of the final evacuation from Kabul
How Alex Pelbath’s combat experience shapes his vision for Congress
His mission to secure the border, stop the fentanyl crisis, and restore America’s strength
Why leadership—not politics—will determine the future of our nation