Lunch and Learn: How Contractors Overpay in Taxes (and How to Stop It)
Thu, Feb 19
|PHCC San Diego
Most contractors are working harder than ever, yet still feel like taxes are eating them alive. The truth is, many trades businesses overpay thousands each year not because they’re doing well, but because their business is structured incorrectly or they’re missing key planning opportunities.


Time & Location
Feb 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
PHCC San Diego, 9920 Scripps Lake Dr, San Diego, CA 92131, USA
About the event
Most contractors are working harder than ever, yet still feel like taxes are eating them alive. The truth is, many trades businesses overpay thousands each year not because they’re doing well, but because their business is structured incorrectly or they’re missing key planning opportunities.
In this lunch and learn, presented by Robert Baquero at Bayfront Tax Group, we’ll break down the most common tax mistakes contractors make and, more importantly, how to fix them. We’ll cover entity structure, payroll and owner pay, common deductions that are often missed, and simple tax planning strategies that can significantly reduce your tax bill without raising red flags.
This session is designed to be practical, easy to understand, and immediately useful for plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical business owners who want to keep more of what they earn.
Who should attend:
Contractors and trades business owners who want clarity, control, and fewer surprises at tax…
