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How Long Can You Carry Over Rental Losses?

No one goes into owning real estate with the idea that they might take a loss on it. But it can happen—issues like depreciation, unexpected repairs, or a sudden bump in interest rates that might impact your mortgage.

Oct 31, 2023

Can Passive Rental Losses Offset Other Passive Income?

The three generally acknowledged income categories are active, passive, and portfolio income. While active income (also called ordinary or earned income) results from active participation in an endeavor, such as wages from a job, passive income is derived from activities requiring minimal taxpayer effort. Passive sources of income may come from rental properties (but not always), partnerships in a business, and royalties. Portfolio income includes dividends, interest, and capital gains.

Oct 10, 2023

Who Pays Property Taxes on a Life Estate?

A life estate is a method of owning property with another person and then efficiently distributing the property to the designated person(s) after your death. This tactic is most often used to secure ownership of a residence that is the owner’s primary home. The homeowner creates a life estate, which reserves for that person the right to occupy the home for life. The intended heir is defined as the remainderman. The remainderman has an ownership interest in the home beginning with the designation, but they do not own it until you die.

Oct 3, 2023

What is the Tax Rate for Depreciation Recapture?

While depreciation is a great deduction for real estate investors, it isn’t free. Eventually, the IRS will have to be paid back, which happens when the property is sold. That’s where depreciation recapture comes in. Investors should be aware that depreciation recapture is always lurking and waiting for the sale date. By being aware of this tax and the rate used, investors won’t be surprised when this expense shows up in the sale.

Sep 23, 2023

How Much of a Farm Loss is Tax Deductible?

Farm losses often go hand-in-hand with farm ownership. Figuring out how much of a farm loss is tax deductible can be as difficult as raising corn in Death Valley.

Sep 13, 2023

Why Are Rental Losses Disallowed?

Real estate investors know that income-generating investment properties aren’t always in the black. Losses can be common on rental properties, especially in years where you have to fund capital expenditures for major repairs or upgrades to the property, or if you have extended periods where your property sits vacant.

Sep 11, 2023

How to Get a 1099-DIV Form

If you’ve invested in mutual funds, stocks, or other dividend-paying securities, it’s important to understand how your earnings are reported to the IRS. The 1099-DIV form is a tax document that details the dividends and capital gains you received throughout the year.

Sep 10, 2023

Who Receives a 1099-MISC Form?

The 1099-MISC form is an important tax document used to report various types of income that are not covered by W-2 forms. Independent contractors, recipients of rents and royalties, award and prize winners, and individuals with miscellaneous income may receive this form. It is vital for both recipients and issuers of the 1099-MISC form to understand the reporting requirements and deadlines to ensure compliance with IRS regulations.

Sep 3, 2023

Do Losses on Rental Property Carry Forward?

As an owner of, or investor in rental property, you could be in a position to take advantage of many deductions in addition to potentially receiving cash flow. Prospective tax benefits are one reason why many investors turn to rental real estate ownership.

Aug 27, 2023

What Happens to An Installment Sale at Death?

As we’ve mentioned in previous blogs, owning real estate as an investment can generate many benefits. And as we’ve also mentioned in previous blogs, selling appreciated real estate can trigger capital gains and depreciation recapture taxes. The sale could also lead to a higher income bracket, meaning more taxes.

Aug 19, 2023

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