A Worthwhile Read for Real Estate Investors – Particularly Beginners As a real estate investor, especially for beginners, navigating the complexities of taxes can be one of the most daunting aspects of building your portfolio. That’s where The Book on Tax Strategies for the Savvy Real Estate Investor by Amanda Han and Matthew MacFarland comes …
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The many benefits of owning rental properties are well known. Unlike other investments, real estate offers multiple avenues for profitability, including monthly cash flow, property appreciation, equity growth from mortgage paydown, and the ability to use depreciation to reduce tax expenses. ALL GOOD THINGS! Of course, it’s essential to report income, expenses, and depreciation accurately …
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As property values rise nationwide, property taxes continue to keep pace. While tax rates vary, a property’s assessed value heavily influences the property tax equation. Every jurisdiction has an appeal to handle inaccurate property assessments, but simply wanting a lower tax bill isn’t sufficient to file an appeal. So, when should you file a property …
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Tax deductions let business owners offset business costs when filing their income taxes. Deductions lower the business owner’s taxable income, thereby lowering their overall tax bill. As any landlord knows, owning a rental property involves plenty of costs! Fortunately, many of those expenses have a corresponding tax deduction. To avoid paying higher taxes than necessary, …
Are you paying more taxes on your rental income than you should? Well, that depends on if you’re taking advantage of all the deductions allowed on real estate investment income. Most rental property owners are familiar with the primary deductions that landlords can claim to lessen the amount of income tax paid on their profits. …
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In previous articles, we discussed tax deductions for landlords and repairs vs. improvements. Today we‘ll offer insight into ‘safe harbors.‘ The IRS offers three variations, which can help landlords sidestep the “Is this a repair or an improvement issue.“ Safe harbor for small taxpayers Safe harbor for routine maintenance De Minimis safe harbor Safe Harbor for Small Taxpayers (SHST) The SHST permits …
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Maintaining your rental property is a given. From minor repairs to major renovations, these repairs and improvements can be deducted from your taxable income. The key is knowing the difference between a repair and an improvement. Repairs can be fully deducted in the year you experienced it. Improvements, however, must be depreciated over multiple years. …
