To get my complete, FREE articlewith all the details… Let’s say you own a building. Next, let’s say that you rent your building to your business. This arrangement, not unreasonably, is called a “self-rental.” But be aware… If you haven’t done any tax planning, your self-rental may actually turn into a self-rental trap! What exactly is the self-rental … [Read more...]
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Both the IRS and CPA Are Wrong on a Rental Property Audit
To get my complete, FREE articlewith all the details… This is the story of a conflict between an IRS agent and a CPA. What were they arguing about? They were arm wrestling over a specific point of law… and guess what? They both were wrong! So what was the issue they were disputing? Before I tell you, here arethree key facts you need to know: Fact #1: In … [Read more...]
Why the court denied passive-loss deductions on rentals
To get my complete, FREE articlewith all the details… Do you own rental property that’s losing money? If you do, you’d better understand the IRS’s “passive loss” rules. You see, if you know the rules and follow them, you can maximize your rental profits. If you don’t you’re inviting an IRS audit. Ouch! Are you going to come out apassive-loss winner or a … [Read more...]
QBI Update: Impact of Negative QBI and Previously Suspended Losses
Section 199A of the tax code can give youa 20% deduction… or a throbbing headache. We’ll give you the details (and a couple of aspirin)when you read the full article: “QBI Update: Impact of Negative QBI andPreviously Suspended Losses” [QBI=Qualified Business Income] Is your business defined by the IRS as a pass-through entity*? (If you’re reading this email, it … [Read more...]
Unlock Tax Deductions with a Rental-Property Home Office
Want to get an early start cutting your tax bill in 2020? Then my new article is for you! You see, if you’re running a proprietorship, partnership, or corporate business, you probably already know that a home office can offer a significant tax deduction. But what you may not know is that you can get a home-office deduction for your rental property as well as a deduction … [Read more...]