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What Is Income in Respect of a Decedent (IRD)?

What Is Income in Respect of a Decedent (IRD)?

Estate taxes are paid when the estate owner passes. But what about taxes on income received after death? This is where Income in Respect of a Decedent (IRD) comes in. This article will discuss calculating the IRD deduction and how it affects any beneficiaries.

Aug 28, 2022

What is Deceased Spousal Unused Exclusion (DSUE)?

What is Deceased Spousal Unused Exclusion (DSUE)?

Estates are exempt from taxes upon death up to a certain amount. For 2022, the exemption is $12,060,000. Estates valued under this amount don't have to pay estate taxes. What happens to the remaining amount of the exemption for those estates that are less than the exemption? Does it go unused? This is where the Deceased Spousal Unused Exclusion comes in.

Aug 19, 2022

What Is a 1099-MISC Form, and What Is It Used For?

What Is a 1099-MISC Form, and What Is It Used For?

The IRS seems to like the numeric designation 1099, judging by how many versions they have produced. There are 21 different versions of the 1099-form.

Aug 9, 2022

Does a Rental Property Fall Under Section 1245 or Section 1250?

Does a Rental Property Fall Under Section 1245 or Section 1250?

Section 1245 and Section 1250 refer to two of the three most common types of business assets. It's essential to identify the type because, in some cases, that will affect the taxable rate applied to any gain.

Aug 4, 2022

Is Inheritance Taxed as Income?

Is Inheritance Taxed as Income?

Leaving an inheritance to your loved ones is an excellent way to care for them after you’re gone. However, you may wonder if your beneficiaries will have to pay taxes on the assets they receive as part of your estate.

Jul 30, 2022

How to Report the Sale of Investment Property on Your Tax Return

How to Report the Sale of Investment Property on Your Tax Return

Selling a rental property falls under different taxation rules than the sale of your primary home. When you sell a rental property, it is considered the sale of a business asset and is treated differently. You must report the sale to the IRS, and it is important to know what to report and where to report it.

Jul 20, 2022

What Is Ad Valorem Tax, and How Do You Calculate It?

What Is Ad Valorem Tax, and How Do You Calculate It?

An ad-valorem tax is a tax that is levied on the assessed value of real or personal property. The Latin term ad-valorem translates to English as “according to value.” These taxes can be annual taxes like property assessments or transactional taxes like sales taxes.

Jun 21, 2022

What Is Tax Assessed Value, and How Do You Calculate It?

What Is Tax Assessed Value, and How Do You Calculate It?

Paying taxes is unavoidable in making money, whether you earn income through wages or investments. However, investors can seek to manage their tax liabilities through various means, including deferral. One valuable tool is understanding the different taxes, how they apply to your investment holdings, and how the tax amount is determined.

Jun 19, 2022

What Is Net Operating Income on a Rental Property?

What Is Net Operating Income on a Rental Property?

If you google the term “metrics used for rental properties,” the 54 million results offer a plethora of acronyms and phrases, presented as thought leadership articles and blogs in the format of “Top-10” listicles or “important metrics” information..

May 27, 2022

Is Foundation Repair Tax Deductible on a Rental Property?

Is Foundation Repair Tax Deductible on a Rental Property?

We’ve mentioned in previous blogs that investment in real estate—specifically, real estate that you buy as an investment and rent to others—comes with a plethora of deductions that can be used to offset income reported on your annual tax return.

May 25, 2022

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