Drop and Swap 1031 Exchange in California: How to Navigate the Process

Drop & Swap 1031 Exchange Properties

California, especially Silicon Valley, has long been regarded as an international hub for business. The Golden State’s economy is the largest in the U.S. and outranks all but a handful of foreign nations.

Jan 27, 2024

Do REIT ETFs Pay Dividends?

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Real estate investment trusts (REITs) are companies that own and operate income-generating commercial real estate properties. Most REITs are publicly traded, which provides individual investors access to dividends derived from real estate without the burden of acquiring, managing, or obtaining financing for investment properties.

Jan 26, 2024

How to Report the Sale of Inherited Property On a Tax Return

How to Report the Sale of Inherited Property On a Tax Return

Anyone who’s dealt with inherited property likely knows how important the step-up in basis can be for real estate transferred to heirs upon the owner’s death.

Jan 25, 2024

What Is A Realty Trust?

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Many different trusts are available that can hold (and transfer) personal and real property.

Jan 24, 2024

How to Pick A Delaware Statutory Trust Broker

How to Pick A Delaware Statutory Trust Broker

Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) are sophisticated investment vehicles that allow individual investors to purchase fractional shares of the types of real estate often owned by real estate investment trusts, pension funds, and institutional investment firms.

Jan 23, 2024

Can You Rent an Investment Property to a Family Member?

Can You Rent an Investment Property to a Family Member

Acquiring real estate for investment purposes can generate a multitude of benefits. One potential advantage involves the available deductions, including expenses and depreciation.

Jan 22, 2024

Can You Claim a Section 179 Deduction on Rental Property?

Can You Claim a Section 179 Deduction on Rental Property?

Internal Revenue Code Section 179 allows business owners to use a tax deduction for certain depreciable purchases that they would otherwise capitalize on. This IRC provision enables the business owner to take the entire deduction in the year they purchased the items instead of depreciating the cost over the longer term. The provision applies to specific assets such as equipment, vehicles, and software and is intended to provide an incentive for small businesses to expand their operations by purchasing new equipment.

Jan 21, 2024

Are Refinance Closing Costs Tax Deductible on Rental Property?

Are Refinance Closing Costs Tax Deductible on Rental Property?

Among the attributes of real estate investing that appeal to investors are the tax advantages that investors can use. First, the investor can deduct the costs of owning, maintaining, and operating rental property. The ability helps to reduce the taxes you pay on income from rental property. Deductible expenses include mortgage interest, property taxes, maintenance and repairs (not improvements), marketing, and similar items.

Jan 20, 2024

Can A Spouse Override A Beneficiary?

Can A Spouse Override A Beneficiary?

Estate planning can be complex, partly because the process can be rife with misunderstandings and assumptions. Such issues can range from what exactly is tax exempt to who exactly receives disbursements or assets.

Jan 19, 2024

Can You Depreciate DST Interest?

Can You Depreciate DST Interest?

Investing in real estate typically involves not just income and expenses but also navigating the tax implications on the value of the investment. Therefore, an investor may choose a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) to pursue potential gains, the passive nature of ownership and income, and the tax advantages.

Jan 18, 2024

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