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Expiring Clean Energy Tax Incentives and New FEOC Restrictions Under the OBBBA

Expiring Clean Energy Tax Incentives and New FEOC Restrictions Under the OBBBA

Following the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) in July, many federal clean energy tax credits and deductions face accelerated expiration timelines or newly imposed restrictions. Below are some of the expiring clean energy incentives and expanded restrictions that could impact builders, landlords, commercial property owners, and
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1031 Like-Kind Exchanges as a Valuable Tax Strategy and Long-term Planning Tool

1031 Like-Kind Exchanges as a Valuable Tax Strategy and Long-term Planning Tool

When it comes to building wealth through real estate, tax efficiency is often just as important as strong investment selection. When a taxpayer sells an investment property, they are typically required to pay taxes on the gain at the time of the sale. However, under Section 1031 of the Internal
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Donating a Conservation Easement: What You Need to Know for Tax and Planning Purposes

Donating a Conservation Easement: What You Need to Know for Tax and Planning Purposes

Donating a conservation easement is a form of charitable giving that offers significant tax benefits for the donor while also preserving land for conservation purposes. Let’s talk about what a conservation easement is, the process of donating one, and the corresponding tax benefits. What is a conservation easement? A conservation
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Opportunity Zone Program Revamped Under the OBBBA: What Real Estate Developers and Investors Need to Know

Opportunity Zone Program Revamped Under the OBBBA: What Real Estate Developers and Investors Need to Know

The Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) program, established in 2017 as part of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), is a federal tax incentive designed to encourage investment in distressed areas of the United States. The designation of “Opportunity Zone” is given to low-income communities nominated by state governors and
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Selecting Your Structure: Entity Structure Options for Commercial Brokers

Selecting Your Structure: Entity Structure Options for Commercial Brokers

The choice of entity structure for commercial real estate brokers is an important one, as it determines factors such as the business’s taxability, liability protection, administrative complexity, and level of flexibility. In this article, we’ll highlight three entity structure options we recommend for commercial real estate brokers, along with the
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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Key Provisions Impacting the Real Estate Industry

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Key Provisions Impacting the Real Estate Industry

Last updated on July 24th, 2025On July 4, the president signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), implementing many significant tax and spending policy changes. Below are some of the key provisions of the legislation impacting the real estate industry. Permanent Extension of TCJA Tax Rates The
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Are You Taking Advantage of the Short-Term Rental Tax Loophole?

Are You Taking Advantage of the Short-Term Rental Tax Loophole?

Last updated on July 3rd, 2025Summer is upon us, which means that we are entering peak season for short-term rental (STR) investors. Millions of traveling families and friends will be flocking throughout the country for summer getaways, many booked at STR properties on digital platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo. STRs
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Capital Gains Tax Exclusion on Home Sales: Overview and How You Can Qualify

Capital Gains Tax Exclusion on Home Sales: Overview and How You Can Qualify

Are you planning to sell your home? You may be able to exclude a portion of the profit of the home sale from your taxable income through the Section 121 exclusion. Let’s explore some of the details of this tax-saving tool and how you can qualify. How are capital gains
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Map of Qualified Census Tracts (QCTs)

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