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Case Study: How 1031 Exchange was used to build an empire.

How one investor used 1031s to build her rental portfolio.

How to Appreciate Depreciation

Depreciation is a tool used by landlords to lower their overall tax bill. It is a deduction that must be paid back when you sell your property, whether you have claimed it on your taxes or not.

What is the Difference Between Rental Income (Schedule E) and Standardized Deduction (Schedule A)

Understanding the differences between tax Schedule A and Schedule E is the first step in realizing all of the tax advantages of owning a rental.

Real Estate Investing 101 with Industry Expert Paul Cohen, Esq.

Two real estate attorneys and two real estate investing experts answer common property investing questions from financing to taxes to repairs.

How Useful Are Delaware Series LLCs for Tax- & Asset Protection?

Landlords are common targets of lawsuits, and can have complex and expensive accounting to boot, but Delaware Series LLCs can help.

Understanding Rental Property Depreciation Before You Invest

Rental property depreciation is an excellent benefit to being a landlord. Here's how it works, and how it can lower your income tax bill.

Want Better Cash Flow? Slash Your Property Tax Assessment

Landlords and homeowners have more control over their property taxes than they think; here's how to slash your property tax assessment.

Oft-Overlooked Rental Tax Deductions and 2014-2015 Benefit Extensions

Rental properties do allow for plenty of tax deductions, so don't fret too much; here's what you should know about landlord tax deductions.

Want to Join the Top 20%? Invest in Retirement Accounts & Rental Properties

What does the top 20% know that you don't know? Here's why retirement accounts and real estate investments make the rich richer.

“Accidental Landlords” Receive Tax Gift from Uncle Sam

For landlords who leased out their home upon moving, but wish to sell, the IRS now allows exemptions for capital gains tax for some landlords.

Why P.O. Boxes Are a Landlord’s Best Friend

Don't want tenants or their attorneys showing up at your home or work? PO boxes can be a cheap, effective landlord anonymity tool.

Tips and Tricks to Lower Real Estate Property Taxes

Can average citizens fight their real estate tax assessments to their improve bottom lines? Turns out they can, if they go about it right.

Two Real Estate Tax Breaks that Expired at the End of 2013

The residential energy efficiency tax credit and the mortgage debt forgiveness tax break both expired at the end of 2013, raising taxes for millions.

The Real Estate Pro's Guide to Avoiding Audits

Landlords and property managers are more likely than most to be audited by the IRS; here is an introduction to avoiding audit red flags.

The Ultimate Landlord's Guide to Rental Property Deductions

Nearly all rental property expenses are tax-deductible, and even some paper expenses; here are 14 tax deductions all landlords should know.

Can Real Estate Investors Use 401(k)s to Lower Their Taxes? Oh Yes

Real estate investors can create solo 401(k) accounts to take advantage of tax-free retirement investing, and can even put real estate in the tax-free 401(k)!

The Growing Specter of State “Exit Taxes” as Residents Abandon High-Tax States

More taxpayers are leaving high-tax states like Massachusetts for lower-tax states like Florida, but high-tax states are not letting residents go quietly.

Should Real Estate Investors Avoid "Death Spiral" States?

Not all states are economically healthy - here are eleven states with structural financial problems that real estate investors may want to avoid.

8 Ways to (Legally) Beat Capital Gains Taxes

With rising taxes on capital gains, real estate investors need to be prepared more than ever. Here are 8 ways to cut your capital gains tax bill - legally.

An Overview of 1031 Exchanges & How They Defer Taxes on Real Estate Profits

This overview explains how real estate investors are not familiar with how 1031 exchanges work and why they're useful for real estate investors.

What Impact Will New Obamacare Taxes Have on Real Estate Investors & Landlords?

The Affordable Care Act has an affect on a variety of new taxes that affect real estate investors and landlords, including these specific three new tax rules.

The Best & Worst States for Real Estate Taxes

Not all states are created equal, when it comes to real estate taxes collected. Here are the highest 10 and the lowest 10 states for property taxes.

Tax Updates Affecting Real Estate Investors: Capital Gains & 1031 Exchanges

Federal tax law changed the capital gains rate for some filers between 2011-2013. But 1031 exchanges remain an option for many real estate investors.

Asset Protection for Rental Investing: Legal Entities, Lawsuit Protection, & Taxation

Asset protection planning can help landlords both deter lawsuits and keep some or all of their assets if they're sued by tenants and lose.

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