@@#$2..$ Which of the following is a key benefit of incorporating tax planning into financial planning for individuals and businesses?

A$)$ Increasing tax liabilities to boost short$-$term cash flow

B$)$ Minimizing tax obligations to maximize after$-$tax income and wealth accumulation

C$)$ Ignoring tax implications to simplify financial decision$-$making processes

D$)$ Relying solely on tax refunds to cover financial obligations