While you rent the other side of the duplex out.Voila - No tax paid. 

I find that it's almost a one stop shop in that I can use it for my business checking and savings accounts, bookkeeping, for rent collection, I can issue virtual credit card, I can create all the financial reports I need to run my real estate business and prepare for tax filing and through their partners I can vet my tenants, develop state-specific leases and more.

.💡 Tax AdvantagesThis is where my tax brain gets excited!

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Is an IRA subject to capital gains tax?

You have the ability to sell while limiting your capital gains tax because you lived in 2 of the last 5 years. 

Sellers can avoid paying transfer taxes to the county, while buyers are spared from facing significant property tax increases.However, it's important to note that lenders typically only approve these loans for properties with five or more units.

@Armell MayersBigger Pockets is a great place to find a real estate tax accountant.

., I left Anderson for a small firm that will do the actual taxes and then another company that specializes in tax strategy. 

That means creating a clear budget, forecasting cash flow, and maintaining a detailed financial model that tracks both the current and future performance of your portfolio.Tax Optimization & Risk ManagementBeyond financial clarity, strategic tax planning and risk management are essential to safeguard and grow your real estate investments.