Skip to content
×
Try PRO Free Today!
BiggerPockets Pro offers you a comprehensive suite of tools and resources
Market and Deal Finder Tools
Deal Analysis Calculators
Property Management Software
Exclusive discounts to Home Depot, RentRedi, and more
$0
7 days free
$828/yr or $69/mo when billed monthly.
$390/yr or $32.5/mo when billed annually.
7 days free. Cancel anytime.
Already a Pro Member? Sign in here
Pick markets, find deals, analyze and manage properties. Try BiggerPockets PRO.
x
Results (10,000+)
Richard Benjamin Wilhite How to Find "Cost" Basis for Inherited Land prior to 1031 Exchange?
19 January 2025 | 9 replies
It would/could be only 15% capital gains tax and yes you could/would deduct all selling costs including commissions and transfer taxes.
Jerry Zigounakis LLC or sCorp for investment properties
21 January 2025 | 7 replies
Insurance would cover it, I would pay the deductible, and no assets would be lost.If you are in an area like San Diego where people are more likely to sue, a judge is more likely to find you guilty, and the payout is expected to be higher, you may consider an umbrella insurance policy.
Will Almand Cost Segregation Questions
20 January 2025 | 11 replies
For your $240K new-build townhouse, a cost seg may make sense if the tax savings outweigh the study cost (~$3K–$6K), especially since you plan to hold it for 10+ years and can benefit from immediate bonus depreciation.For the $380K older townhouse, cost seg with look-back depreciation could provide significant one-time deductions for missed depreciation over the past six years.
Adam M. Cost for a Tax Specialist
13 January 2025 | 7 replies
Bigger Pockets is a great place to find a real estate tax accountant.A good real estate accountant can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.
Brice Alef-Torrisi Managing finances between multiple properties
14 January 2025 | 7 replies
Startup costs paid out of pocket should be recorded as capital contributions and may be deductible as startup expenses or amortized.
Evan Price Possible Small Claims Court Action Considered - Need Previous Tenant's New Address
14 January 2025 | 1 reply
Just deduct security deposit and move on.
Alicia Howard RV Depreciation for 2024 taxes
15 January 2025 | 5 replies
This also makes it eligible for bonus depreciation (60% in 2024) or Section 179 deductions if criteria are met.However, if the RV is permanently affixed to the campground site and functions as part of the real estate, it may fall under residential property classification and depreciate over 27.5 years.
Jason Sung Water leak at a bathroom and insurance claim (Safeco)
15 January 2025 | 6 replies
I have landlord insurance with deductible $2500. the house has continuous flooring, meaning the entire house has same LVP. 
John Davey Can you deduct interest (primary house) from a home equity loan to buy a rental?
3 January 2025 | 11 replies
I can deduct the interest, but it gets added it B and C vs A?
Anita Z. Real Estate Investor Tax write-offs
10 January 2025 | 16 replies
But, if you’re traveling to check out a property you already own, that could be deductible.