Do you own real property? If you do, the IRS has some good news for you… If your business qualifies as a “small business,” Uncle Sam may have a nice gift for you in the form of hassle-free, income-generating expensing. Want to learn how to sail happily into Uncle Sam’s safe harbor? Read my new article titled Tax Tips: Have a Small Business? Own Real Property? Discover … [Read more...]
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Deadbeat tenants — a tax perspective
So you’ve got a rental-property tenant who’s behind in their rent. You’re angry. Frustrated. Furious. But hang on for a second. Step back from your emotions and take a clear-eyed look at the tax implications of the situation. There are important facts you really need to understand, and we’ll explain them to you when you read my helpful new article titled Tax Tips: Tax … [Read more...]
How to avoid the “self-rental” trap
Do you rent property to your business? Then be careful. You see, under the IRS’s “self-rental” rule, you could lose money in two painful ways. You could forfeit the juicy tax breaks you’re expecting. You could wind up paying unexpected taxes. And remember, this is true even if you create a separate entity that rents the property to your business! What can you do to … [Read more...]
Tax Secrets of Renting a Bedroom in Your Home
Do you have a spare bedroom(s) that you’d like to rent out? Go right ahead. I’m sure you’d like to pocket some extra cash and put that spare room to use. But be careful. You see, the IRS has set some dangerous traps for you that could cost you big money. If you want to stay on Uncle Sam’s good side, take my advice and read my new article titled Tax Tips: Secrets to … [Read more...]
How your closing statement can work for you
Want to save on your tax bill when you buy a rental property? Then pay close attention to the closing statement. If you’re smart, you’ll go over the statement’s line items and assign each to one of three categories… Business Loan acquisition Operations Then you’ll be in a position to consider the best tax strategy for each category. Want to learn how to use … [Read more...]