Earn more money now on your real estate through Cost Segregation

In these tight economic times, everyone is looking to save money where they can.   If you own a commercial building with a value greater than $1,000,000 that was purchased since 1986, have you considered depreciating your asset using cost segregation?  It often leads to tax savings of over $100,000.
Cost Segregation allows you to deduct portions [...]

IRS Issues PLRs Approving Two-Party Tenancy-in-Common Ownership Arrangements in 1031 Exchange

This update is courtesy of www.rees1031.com
In three recent private letter rulings (”PLRs”), the IRS ruled that two 50% undivided fractional interests in real property did not constitute an interest in a business entity for purposes of qualification as eligible replacement property in a IRC s. 1031 exchange.  The rulings are also significant in that they [...]

Save taxes while helping others: Start a foundation – even if you don’t have millions

Are you interested in making a positive difference in the lives of others while receiving a tax break?  Maybe you have considered starting your own foundation, but you thought it took millions to start a foundation.  There are other options.  We did it and so can you.
We feel it is vitally important to reach out [...]

Pay no tax on a $500,000 gain by simply living in your home

While this example is not about a commercial property, we advocate taking advantage of market conditions to obtain the best deal and right now, it is a great time to buy residential real estate that you plan to hold until the market returns.
One of the greatest benefits to homeownership can be that the profit made [...]

Make Money Four Ways with Investment Real Estate

Back to School Pop Quiz:
Question: Which of these ways make money?
A. Income from Cash Flow
B. Income from Equity Build-up
C. Income from Depreciation or Appreciation
D. All of the Above
Answer: All of the Above!
You may be familiar with making money from real estate you own when the value goes up through appreciation. This is especially true when [...]