Real estate investors know about bonus depreciation. They also know about 1031 like-kind exchanges. But not everyone realizes that the two rules can … [Read more...] about Bonus Depreciation and 1031 Exchanges: A Hidden Opportunity
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The Section 168(k) Bonus Depreciation Purchased Requirement
You can get 100% bonus depreciation on tangible personal property assets you purchase and place into service after January 19, 2025. That seems … [Read more...] about The Section 168(k) Bonus Depreciation Purchased Requirement
Short-term-rental Tax Tips and Tricks
Short-term rentals provide some of the easiest and most powerful tax savings opportunities available to investors. You can literally save six figures … [Read more...] about Short-term-rental Tax Tips and Tricks
The Real Estate Investment Every Entrepreneur Should Consider
I’m not a real estate investment fanatic. I mean, sure, I think real estate investment probably belongs in most people’s portfolios. But you can do … [Read more...] about The Real Estate Investment Every Entrepreneur Should Consider
Home Investment Calculator
You can use the Home Investment Calculator below to estimate the pre-tax rate of return you earn by buying and living in a home. Just enter the your … [Read more...] about Home Investment Calculator
Short-term-rental Depreciation Deductions Calculator
A handful of times recently, prospective real estate investors have asked me about the depreciation deductions they can expect if they successfully … [Read more...] about Short-term-rental Depreciation Deductions Calculator
The Section 183 Short-term Rental Problem
So, let's talk briefly about Section 183 and your short-term rental property. It’s summer obviously. You’ve probably been renting the place. Maybe … [Read more...] about The Section 183 Short-term Rental Problem
Grouping Activities to Achieve Material Participation
This week, a quick discussion of grouping activities as backdoor way to materially participate. But first a bit of background about what material … [Read more...] about Grouping Activities to Achieve Material Participation
Vacation Home Rental Tax Traps
You want to learn the vacation home rental tax rules if you rent, own or are considering renting or owning a second home. Here's why: Vacation home … [Read more...] about Vacation Home Rental Tax Traps
A Dozen Ways to Deduct Real Estate Losses
Tax law (and especially Section 469 of the Internal Revenue Code) mostly eliminates your ability to save big on taxes using real estate. That said, … [Read more...] about A Dozen Ways to Deduct Real Estate Losses