A Form 3115 is called the “Application for Change in Accounting Method.” It is for an automatic change in any method of accounting. A form 3115 is filed to change either an entity’s overall accounting method or the accounting treatment of any item, such as switching to the accrual method, accelerating depreciation, expensing a previously […]
Read MoreUnderstanding 2024 Bonus Depreciation Tax Regulations
With the 2024 tax year wrapping up, it’s important to understand bonus depreciation for 2024 and cost segregation and how they can impact your taxes. Some tax benefits will prove beneficial for businesses when filing 2024 taxes. What is Bonus Depreciation? The term bonus depreciation focuses on first-year depreciation, where a business can deduct a […]
Read MoreGrouping Rental and Business Activities: Maximizing Tax Benefits
Understanding the Challenge A common ownership structure for commercial buildings involves separating the business operations from the real estate ownership. This structure, while often beneficial for liability reasons, can present challenges when it comes to tax implications. The primary issue arises from the passive loss rules, which limit the ability to offset passive losses (like […]
Read MoreWhat is Cost Segregation? Unlocking Tax Benefits for Real Estate Investors
Cost segregation is a strategic tax planning tool that allows real estate investors to accelerate depreciation deductions by reclassifying certain components of a property as personal property rather than real property. This reclassification allows for faster depreciation, resulting in increased tax deductions and improved cash flow in the early years of ownership. This is where […]
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