# Why Small Businesses Pay More in Taxes Than Billion Dollar Companies with Julio Gonzalez

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Podcast: [Light Up Your Life](https://stenobird.com/podcast/light-up-your-life-6573378)
Published: 2026-03-04T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.lightupyourlife.org
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## Resource

In this powerful episode of the Light Up Your Life Podcast, host Samantha Peters sits down with Julio Gonzalez, founder and owner of Engineer Tax Services, the largest specialty tax firm in the country and the leading grant writer for women business owners nationwide.Julio reveals how entrepreneurs and business owners can legally save massive amounts of money, leverage the tax code strategically, and access funding opportunities that most people never take advantage of. He breaks down the tax inequality between small businesses and major corporations, the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make in tax planning, and why relying only on an accountant can cost you long-term wealth.The episode also dives into grants for women entrepreneurs, including how to find them, how to apply, and how to position your story and business for funding while also showing how any business owner can use smart tax strategy to protect profits, invest wisely, and build sustainable wealth.This conversation reframes the tax code as a tool for empowerment, growth, and financial freedom, not fear giving entrepreneurs clarity, confidence, and control over their financial future.🔑 Key Takeaways​Julio owns the largest specialty tax practice in the U.S.​He leads one of the top grant programs for women business owners​Small businesses often pay more taxes than Fortune 500 companies​Proactive tax planning > reactive tax filing​Most entrepreneurs miss major retirement and investment tax benefits​Grants exist at local, state, and federal levels​Storytelling matters in grant applications​Understanding the tax code creates long-term wealth​Strategic planning can dramatically reduce tax liabilitiesYou can connect with Julio Gonzalez here:📸 Instagram: @taxreformexpert_💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julio…

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