Peter Culver

07/01/2026

Tax policy is rarely just about raising revenue.

Every tax decision creates incentives and tradeoffs that can influence where people live, invest, and build businesses.

The debate around proposed taxes on second homes and high-net-worth individuals in New York highlights a broader question:

How do you balance generating tax revenue while also encouraging investment and economic growth?

For business owners and investors, decisions about where to deploy capital often consider more than just taxes alone.

Jobs, business expansion, and long-term investment can all be influenced by the policy environment.

Regardless of where you fall politically, thoughtful tax policy requires looking beyond the immediate revenue impact and considering the broader economic consequences as well.

06/23/2026

One of the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make is assuming that a tax strategy that works for someone else will automatically work for them.

It won't.

Your location can have a significant impact on which strategies make the most sense and how much value they create.

That's why effective tax planning starts with understanding your complete picture:

Where you live.
How you earn income.
What your goals are.
And what you're trying to accomplish long term.

The best tax strategies aren't universal.

They're personalized.

What works exceptionally well for a business owner in one state may have a completely different outcome for someone in another.

That's why strategy should always be built around the individual, not around the tactic.

06/14/2026

When business owners sell a company or a highly appreciated asset, one of the biggest considerations is often taxes.

A Deferred Sales Trust is a planning strategy that may allow some sellers to defer taxes rather than recognizing them all at once.

The appeal for many people is flexibility.

Instead of feeling pressured to immediately decide what to do with the proceeds from a sale, a deferred structure can create additional time to evaluate investment opportunities and long term financial goals.

Like any sophisticated tax strategy, it's not a fit for everyone and requires careful planning with qualified professionals.

The bigger lesson is that when you're preparing for a major liquidity event, tax planning should be part of the conversation long before the transaction closes.

06/08/2026

Great to be interviewed on Leaders & Legacies podcast with Craig Andrews.

I’d really love if you gave this episode a listen.

Peter Culver explains why paying less in taxes can be one of the fastest ways for entrepreneurs to build wealth, then backs it up with practical strategies and the math behind them.

05/25/2026

The “Augusta Rule” is a tax provision that became well known because of homeowners in Augusta, Georgia renting out their homes during Masters week.

Some of those properties rent for enormous amounts due to the demand surrounding the tournament.

The key concept behind the rule is this:

Under certain circumstances, income earned from renting out a personal residence for up to 14 days per year may not be taxable to the homeowner.

Like most tax provisions, there are important rules, documentation requirements, and nuances involved.

But it’s a great example of how understanding the tax code can uncover opportunities many people never realize exist.

Tax strategy is often less about loopholes and more about knowing which rules apply and when they can be used appropriately.

05/25/2026

There’s an important difference between proactive tax strategy and simply failing to pay taxes.

When taxes go unpaid without a reasonable foundation, the consequences can compound quickly.

It’s not just the original tax liability.

Interest accrues. Penalties can be added. And the longer the issue remains unresolved, the more expensive it can become.

That’s why proper planning matters.

Sophisticated tax strategy is about understanding the rules, planning proactively, and creating legitimate efficiencies within the tax code.

Not ignoring obligations.

The goal should always be clarity, compliance, and intentional decision-making long before problems arise.

05/20/2026

Rory McIlroy’s massive tournament payout sparked a lot of conversation around taxes.

And like most viral tax headlines, the reality is more nuanced than the internet makes it seem. Many people assume that if someone earns more money, they automatically lose a massive percentage of it to taxes immediately.

But tax strategy doesn’t work that simply.

Yes, higher income can create larger tax exposure. But higher income also creates more planning opportunities, more flexibility, and more sophisticated tools to potentially reduce tax liability legally and proactively.

That’s the part most headlines leave out. The bigger lesson from Rory McIlroy’s win isn’t just about how much money was earned.

It’s about understanding that income without strategy and income with strategy can lead to very different outcomes.

04/30/2026

At the end of the day, most people aren’t trying to just accumulate more money.

They’re trying to use money to live a better life.

We saw that play out in a really simple, but powerful way with a client.

We helped him solve a major tax issue and create significant savings. Enough that he felt more relaxed, more in control, and more confident about his financial future.

I remember taking a call with him while he was at the top of a ski mountain. We talked through everything, wrapped up the conversation, and he just skied off.

That moment stuck with me.

Not because of the tax strategy itself, but because of what it enabled.

Those savings also helped him buy a home with his partner, something he had wanted to do for a long time.

That’s the real goal.

Yes, we help clients become richer. But more importantly, we help them use that wealth to create the life they actually want.

04/26/2026

Entrepreneurs often rely on advisors for financial decisions. That’s valuable. But it’s important to remember the role each person plays.

The final decision belongs to the entrepreneur. Just like in a business.
A CEO gathers insights from the CFO and the leadership team. But ultimately, the CEO decides the direction.

The same applies to personal wealth.

The goal is not to replace the CPA. It’s to lead the process with clarity and confidence.

04/23/2026

One of the biggest mistakes I see is founders chasing the highest possible number.

Instead of asking a simpler question: What number actually works for your life?

That’s a big part of why we do financial planning before a sale.
Maybe you thought you needed 12. But when you run the numbers, you realize 10 is enough to support your lifestyle and long-term goals.

That changes the conversation.

And that flexibility often leads to better decisions. Because a successful exit isn’t about the maximum number. It’s about the right number for your life.