Important Depreciation Clarifications

In our continuous effort to provide value, here are some crucial insights into depreciation, particularly regarding business or rental assets. When Does Depreciation Start? Technically, depreciation begins not when you use an asset but when it’s ready and available for its intended purpose. For instance: A rental property begins depreciating when it’s available to rent,

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Maximize Your Tax Savings With Dealer Vs Investor Classifications

I have great news! You can have in your real estate portfolio both investor and dealer properties. This distinction is significant for tax purposes. Here’s a snapshot of the potential tax differences: Suppose you profit $90,000 from a property sale: As a dealer, your tax could be up to $46,017. As an investor, it might

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Repairs Or Improvements? Maximize Your Tax Benefits With Repairs.

The distinction between repair expenses and improvement costs can impact your tax benefits. The tax law categorizes repair and improvement costs differently. Repair expenses are generally more beneficial for tax purposes, providing greater after-tax cash value than the depreciation deductions you would get from improvements or additions. One key reason for this is recapture taxes.

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Does The Pass-Through Entity Tax Benefit You?

We have some critical updates on the pass-through entity tax (PTET), which has recently become the rule in most states rather than the exception. The PTET enables owners of pass-through businesses, such as S corporations and multi-member LLCs, to navigate around the $10,000 annual limit on state and local taxes (SALT). How PTET Works The

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Important Rules For Business Meal Deductions

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to provide valuable insights regarding the tax implications of business meals. As you may already be aware, there is a contradiction in the tax laws regarding personal living expenses, specifically personal meals and business meal tax deductions. This is best illustrated by what tax professionals

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