Don’t Jeopardize Your 1031 Exchange

What might you be guilty of doing that could potentially disqualify your 1031 exchange transaction? Here are a few reasons you could be putting your exchange at risk. Choosing a Qualified Intermediary that is actually a disqualified person. Someone who is acting as your agent at the time of the transaction is disqualified from acting … Read more

California Claw-Back Provision: What Happens in California, Will be Taxed

            The 1031 exchange is a great instrument for property owners who wish to defer their capital gains tax. However, not all states treat 1031 exchanges equally. California regulations stipulate that any appreciation in property value accrued in California is subject to their state taxes, regardless of whether or not that property was exchanged for … Read more

Don’t Pay More Taxes Than you Have To: Five Deductions and Credits to Know About

Taxes… Say that word and many people will start to groan when they hear it …and with good reason. To begin with, paying annual taxes is usually a financial burden for most people. Each time you review your paycheck, you might feel cheated or abused, considering the federal income tax withholding amounts (let’s not even … Read more

How Capital Gains from the Sale of a Home Are Taxed

For most of us, our home represents our largest asset. Over time, the management of this asset can make a big difference in our overall financial outlook. One of the largest planning opportunities home ownership brings is the favorable tax treatment afforded the sale of a primary residence. The gain on the sale of a … Read more

What Is 1031 Investment Property?

For anyone who is not in real estate, 1031 investment property raises eyebrows. This article will explain what 1031 investment property is and what you can do in order to maximize the investment if you are banking on this kind. The Internal Revenue Code offers the investors no loss or gain in recognition of any … Read more