Vivien H.
Looking for a Tax CPA: Expertise in US & German Tax Law, Real Estate, Mixed Income
18 January 2025 | 2 replies
Requirements:✔ Experience in international taxation: Understanding of the Germany-USA Tax Treaty and cross-border income taxation✔ Specialization in real estate: Tax treatment of rental income, depreciation, tax benefits, and investment deductions✔ Tax optimization strategies: Maximizing deductions (e.g., business travel, home office), optimizing mixed-income structures✔ Long-term tax planning: Strategies to reduce tax liabilities and avoid unexpected tax payments✔ Proactive advisory & clear communication: Ability to explain complex tax matters in simple terms and provide proactive tax-saving solutionsAdditional Considerations:Expertise in tax treatment of travel to Germany (e.g., for real estate management)Experience with compliance in both countriesIf you meet these qualifications and are interested in working together, or know someone who meets our requests, please send a message.
Jeffrey A.
Should I use a HELOC for first my first flip or find other means?
12 January 2025 | 10 replies
As both an investor and a mortgage broker who has personally used both options, I can say there are benefits to each.It ultimately comes down to comparing the two side by side based on your specific situation.
Tuan Tran
Section 8 Fort Wayne, IN
15 January 2025 | 7 replies
There are some zip codes where you can indeed get above market rent with S8 (even after deducting utility allowance), but some where they are lower.
Natasha Rooney
Fideicomisos VS. Mexican Corporation for STR in Mexico
16 January 2025 | 2 replies
With a fideicomiso, the gross income is taxed through a withholding tax whereas, with the corporation, the rate, you can deduct expenses but the taxation rate is higher.
Allison Littman
"Church" Purchase Creative Financing
11 January 2025 | 7 replies
as a "donation" (translating to the benefit of taking a deduction for 2025).
Fred Scott
Feedback for Sunrise Capital Investors
12 January 2025 | 9 replies
Quote from @Fred Scott: Sunrise Capital Investors - Mobile Home Park Investment FundI've seen a few posts about them here but none of them actually talks about what the actual annual returns have been.They are advertising heavily for passive tax deductions which is fine but what are the actual returns over a period of (say) five or ten years?
Peter W.
Wall Street Thinks U.S. Homes are Overpriced
16 January 2025 | 2 replies
They get a higher return since they are covering housing cost, have the $250k per spouse primary residence deduction in gains, is a savings account, higher leverage position, lower interest rate possible, will pay more premium for location, etc.House might be overpriced for REITs but not for home owners.
Account Closed
L.A. Wildfires and Their Tax Implications for Affected Residents
9 January 2025 | 0 replies
The IRS disaster assistance page and hotline are key resources for those seeking guidance.One significant benefit for those who have experienced property damage is the potential to claim a casualty loss deduction.
Brandon Morgan
is an LLC necessary?
16 January 2025 | 29 replies
You should consult an attorney or CPA for your specific situation.ANONYMITY: When you create the LLC, your name is recorded on the documents and published on the Secretary of State's website for all to see.
Julio Gonzalez
Cost Segregation FAQ
31 December 2024 | 3 replies
Oftentimes non-real estate specific CPAs aren't super familiar with all of the benefits of a study.