Do you invest in bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies? Do you accept cryptocurrencies as payment in your business? Then my new article is for you! You see, in 2019 the IRS issued new guidance dealing with cryptocurrency tax issues that may have important consequences for you. The punch line: if you bought or sold cryptocurrencies this year, you better report the … [Read more...]
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TCJA Changes Vacant Land Tax Strategies
Do you own a vacant lot or other unproductive land? If the answer is “yes,” it’s very likely you’ll need new strategies for tax years 2018 through 2025. You might even need to consider making different investments! Why? Because the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) has impacted every cost you incur to carry that vacant lot or unproductive land investment. Want to understand … [Read more...]
2019 Last-Minute Year-End Tax Deductions for Existing Vehicles
December 31 is approaching fast. Why are we calling attention to this date? Because it’s the last day you can take advantage of some valuable tax deductions you might have overlooked. That’s right. If you know the IRS rules (and we do!), your currently-owned business cars, SUVs, trucks, and vans, (and even your personal vehicles!), can be the source of significant … [Read more...]
2019 Last-Minute Year-End Tax Strategies for Your Stock Portfolio
Here’s good news if you own a stock portfolio. (And if you’re a reader of the Tax Reduction Letter, I’ll bet you do.) If you know how to play the game, you can turn your stock portfolio into a year-end tax-reducing machine. The basics are really pretty straightforward. Avoid the high taxes (up to 40.8%) on short-term capital gains and ordinary income.Lower the taxes to … [Read more...]
Converting Your Residence into a Rental Property: Tax Issues
As you probably know, residential real estate prices are way up in many parts of the country. Rental rates are also very high. That’s why you should consider buying a new residence and converting your current residence into a rental property. Why make this move? Because you can very possibly sell your rental property down the road for a much higher price! But … [Read more...]