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March 3, 2025April 5, 2025Accounting, Investors

1031 Exchange Investing: A Tax-Deferred Strategy for REI Growth

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A 1031 exchange represents a powerful tax strategy that allows real estate investors to sell properties while deferring capital gains taxes. Through […]

March 3, 2025March 4, 2025Accounting, Investors

How to Leverage 1031 Exchanges for Wealth Building

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A 1031 exchange offers real estate investors a powerful tax strategy that can help build long-term wealth. When you sell an investment […]

February 28, 2025February 28, 2025Accounting, Investors, Landlords

Rental Property Tax Deductions Every Owner Should Know

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Smart real estate investors know that rental properties can generate significant tax advantages. Property owners can deduct numerous expenses, including mortgage interest, […]

February 28, 2025February 27, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Residential Property Management, Short Term Rental Management, Vacation rental management

How To Perform a Real Estate Cost Segregation Study

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A cost segregation study can transform your real estate investment strategy by maximizing tax benefits and improving cash flow. A cost segregation […]

February 27, 2025April 9, 2025Accounting, Investors, Lenders

What Makes a Bulletproof Real Estate Investment Pro Forma?

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A real estate pro forma is a crucial financial projection that helps you evaluate potential investment properties before committing your capital. Pro […]

February 21, 2025March 4, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Landlords, Residential Property Management

Landlord Record-Keeping Essentials for Property Management

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Proper record-keeping forms the backbone of successful property management and protects your rental business from potential legal issues. Detailed records of rental […]

February 21, 2025March 17, 2025Accounting, Investors, Landlords

Understanding Schedule E for Rental Property Owners

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Tracking rental property income and expenses is crucial for your tax reporting obligations as a real estate investor or landlord. Schedule E […]

February 16, 2025February 24, 2025Accounting, Investors, Landlords, Lenders

Fair Market Value and Assessed Value: What’s the Difference?

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When evaluating investment properties, knowing the difference between fair market value and assessed value can significantly impact your investment decisions. These two […]

February 15, 2025February 24, 2025Accounting, Investors, Landlords, Short Term Rental Management

Seasonal Rentals and Fair Rental Days: Balancing Profits and Personal Use

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Managing vacation properties requires a strategic approach to balancing seasonal rentals and fair rental days to maximize returns while navigating tax implications. […]

February 3, 2025February 24, 2025Accounting, Investors, Landlords, Residential Property Management, Short Term Rental Management, Vacation rental management

Tax Implications of Fair Rental Days for Landlords

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Understanding the tax implications of fair rental days is crucial for real estate investors navigating the complex world of rental property taxation. […]

January 31, 2025February 27, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Lenders

Underwriting Commercial Real Estate: Factors for Risk Assessment

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Underwriting commercial real estate is a critical process for investors and lenders alike. It involves thoroughly evaluating potential property investments to assess […]

January 30, 2025February 24, 2025Accounting, Investors

Why IRR in Real Estate Is a Key Metric for Investment Performance

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Internal Rate of Return (IRR) is a crucial metric for evaluating real estate investments. As a real estate investor, understanding IRR can […]

January 24, 2025March 12, 2025Accounting, Investors

7 Mistakes in Real Estate Cash Flow Projections

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Accurate cash flow projections are crucial for successful real estate investments. Yet many investors make critical errors that can derail their financial […]