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Home Office Deductions: The Rules of Section 280A and Where Business Owners Get It Wrong
🎥 Watch the full video here:https://youtu.be/mFU8GfFESzw As we often discuss here at AdviseRE, some of the most valuable tax deductions are also the most misunderstood. The home office deduction is a perfect example. Many business owners assume that working from home...
Buying Real Estate internationally? (The “Tax-Free” Trap for US Citizens in Dubai)
https://youtu.be/zPJdDcRVte4?si=IEyFn8sFj8A8i7_d As we often discuss here at Advise RE, investing in real estate internationally introduces an entirely new layer of tax complexity. One of the most common areas where U.S. investors get tripped up is the assumption that...
Commercial Real Estate Loans Explained: How Brokers Help You Secure Better Financing
Commercial real estate investing—whether in multifamily, hotels, retail, or office—requires a different financing mindset than residential real estate. Loan structures are more complex, underwriting is stricter, and the process itself takes longer. In our latest...
Investor vs Dealer in Real Estate: Why It Can Change Your Tax Bill by Tens of Thousands
Dealer vs Investor in Real Estate: One Mistake Could Double Your Taxes https://youtu.be/jdy3YVIqxxM One of the most misunderstood—and costly—issues in real estate taxation is the difference between being classified as an investor versus a dealer. At first glance, the...
Real Estate Improvements – Replacing a Roof? You May Be Able to Write Off the Old One Immediately
YOUTUBE: REAL ESTATE IMPROVEMENTS New video post Replacing a Roof? You May Be Able to Write Off the Old One Immediately When real estate owners replace a major structural component—such as a roof, foundation, or load-bearing walls—the tax impact is often...
Is Your Cash-Out Refinance Interest Actually Deductible? (The “Tracing” Rule)
You take a cash-out refinance on your rental property. The loan is secured by a rental, so the interest is 100% deductible, right? Wrong. 🛑 In the eyes of the IRS, your mortgage interest deduction is NOT determined by which property secures the loan—it is determined...
Buying Real Estate in Dubai? (The “Tax-Free” Trap for US Citizens)
Is Dubai really tax-free? For a local Emirati, yes. For a US Citizen? Absolutely not. 🇺🇸🇦🇪 In this video, Stephen Morris explains the specific tax and compliance landmines US investors face when buying property in the UAE. While Dubai offers incredible 0% income tax...
Should You Raise Capital for Real Estate? (The Pros, Cons & “Chicken or Egg” Problem)
Are you stuck with one rental property because you’ve run out of cash? 🏦🚫 Most beginner investors hit a wall: they save up, buy one deal, and then have to wait years to buy the next one. The solution? Raising Capital. In this video, Stephen Morris explains why scaling...
Real Estate Syndications Explained: Waterfalls, GP/LP Splits, and Tax Traps
Are you investing in a real estate syndication or planning to raise capital for your own deal? 🏢💰 In this video, Stephen Morris breaks down the often-misunderstood mechanics of real estate syndications. Whether you are a Passive Investor (LP) or a Sponsor (GP),...
Commercial Real Estate Loans Explained | How Brokers Help You Get the Best Financing
Thinking about scaling your real estate portfolio into larger apartment buildings, office space, or retail properties? Once you cross into 5+ unit properties, traditional residential financing won’t cut it—you’ll need to understand the world of commercial loans. In...
2025 Tax Law Updates from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
TRANSCRIPT Hello everyone, Stephen Morris here with Advisory, and today we're going to be talking about the new tax law updates to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. So let's jump into it! There aren’t a lot of huge changes, but we'll address them point by point. In a...
Real Estate Development 101: What Every New Builder Needs to Know
Thinking about getting into real estate development or tackling your first construction project? 🏗️ In this video, Stephen Morris of AdviseRE shares a real-world breakdown of what it really takes to succeed in construction and development—from managing contractors and...
Self-Employed Retirement Plans Explained: SEP IRA vs. Solo 401(k) vs. S Corp Rules đź’Ľđź“Š
đź’ˇ Confused about how much you can contribute to retirement as a self-employed business owner or S Corp shareholder? In this video, Stephen Morris from Advise RE breaks down retirement plan rules for business owners, including the critical differences between Schedule...
When Do You Need a Part-Time CFO? A Guide for Growing Businesses
When Do You Need a Part-Time CFO? A Guide for Growing Businesses 📄 YouTube Description:Is your business growing faster than you can manage? 🤯 Wondering when it’s time to bring in a CFO — but not sure if a full-time hire makes sense? In this video, Stephen Morris from...
Why REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) are an Awesome Way to Quickly Invest in Real Estate
https://youtu.be/AojagqLfOfY In this video, Stephen Morris from Advise RE explores Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)—one of the simplest and most accessible ways to invest in real estate. You'll discover what REITs are, the rules and requirements for creating one,...
Home Office Deductions: The Do’s and Don’ts of 280A and How to Save Taxes
In this video, Stephen Morris from AdviseRE explains everything you need to know about the Home Office Deduction—one of the most commonly misunderstood tax benefits for business owners. Learn how to properly deduct home office expenses under IRS Code Section 280A,...
The Mindset You Need for Successful Real Estate Investments
🏢 Real Estate Investing Mindset: Long-Term Strategies & Cash Flow Secrets | Advise RE Considering your first real estate investment, or wondering how to optimize your existing assets? In this video, Stephen Morris of Advise RE explains the essential mindset every...
The Impact of the LA Wildfires – Market and Taxes
Welcome back, everyone! Stephen Morris here with AdviseRE, and in today’s special edition, we’ll be discussing the impact of the LA wildfires on LA County residents and investment opportunities within the City of Los Angeles. Specifically, we’ll cover: Tax filing...
How the Three Hurdles Work in Taking Real Estate Tax Losses
In this video, Stephen Morris from Advise RE breaks down the three critical hurdles you must clear before claiming real estate losses for tax purposes. If you’ve ever wondered why you can’t immediately deduct real estate losses—or how to structure your deals to...
2025 Predictions for Real Estate and Tax
TRANSCRIPTION Welcome back everybody. Stephen Morris here with AdviseRE, and we are approaching the year end. I thought I'd spend a little bit of time here to share some predictions, ideas, and other thoughts about what's going to happen in 2025 as it relates to real...
2024 – Year End Tax Strategies & Tips Before the Year Is Over!
As the year winds down, it’s time to get serious about tax planning. In this video, Stephen Morris from Advise RE breaks down the key steps you need to take before the year ends to optimize your tax position—no more scrambling after the fact. We’ll cover: * Accurate...