Jim, I think specific advice will be useless and potentially hazardous since different countries/state/years will have different legislation.

I guess I get it now when some here comment: Check a lawyer. Check an accountant.

Better advice (or what I'm doing):

1- Check the laws/rules yourself. Just get a rough idea.

2- Suggest your creative ideas to your accountant and see if he agrees.

3- If your accountant is not aggressive in saving you taxes, maybe it is time to shop for a new accountant.