Eric Nelson
REI deductions with fulltime job pay
I just bought a triplex in Bemidji MN. I work full time, my wife and I file jointly around $110k income.The house cost $168,500. If I have a negative cashflow on paper or IRL this year, will I decrease my taxable in...
Frank S.
Spreadsheets: Should depreciation and taxable income be included?
Like many of us, I have created my own spreadsheet calculator to analyze multi-unit properties. I am struggling to understand how depreciation and taxable rental income should be calculated in the spreadsheet.As I cur...
Jeremy Miller
Reduce Taxes Through Rental Property?
Hello, I have a family member who makes a significant amount of money a year and he hates paying taxes. He just got a very large check in which 50% is likely going to go to taxes. Would it make sense for him to start ...
Brannon Hamby
Seller finance to reduce taxes?
I am in final negotiations on acquiring a property that was inherited. The property is in a good location, thus attaching $value to the purchase price, but there are years of deferred maintenance, and a full rehab is...
Steve Legnaioli
Separating rental income to reduce Obamacare MAGI
I have a chance to rent out a large room for $2000 a month in my primary residence where I live (Key West prices). I am unemployed, my wife makes about $65,000 a year working, for our healthcare we are receiving Obama...
William C.
Is a HELIC considered profit?
CPA’s, accountants, and loan officers please chime in but obviously don’t provide anyone with tax advice, but does my logic make any sense?I was told once by a lender that debt service is not considered profit. For e...
Peter Bronk
How to pay off borrowed downpayment when doing a 1031 exchange
I purchased a four unit building early this year. Part of the down payment was borrowed using a 2nd mortgage against another building, so my real equity is lower than the building value less the 1st mortgage. Financ...
Julio Gonzalez
Car Washes and Their Unique Cost Segregation Study Benefits
Cost Segregation is a bit of a buzz word these days, but in case you aren’t familiar with what a cost segregation study is, let me explain. A cost segregation study is a strategic tax planning tool that separates the ...
Sam Dangremond
Partnership tax basis and long term investing
I have a somewhat specific tax related question I'd like to see if anyone has encountered before.(Standard disclaimers apply, you're not giving me tax advice or financial advice, just looking for general resources etc...
Daniel Mendez
Cash Flow: How much should I save?
Good evening BP, What percentage of your cash flow do you save for tax purposes?