by Stephen Morris, CPA, MBT, CCIM | Feb 9, 2026 | Uncategorized
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 a “tax-free” country means a tax-free...
by Stephen Morris, CPA, MBT, CCIM | Jan 25, 2026 | Tax Strategies
Dealer vs Investor in Real Estate: One Mistake Could Double Your Taxes 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 distinction seems subtle. In...
by Stephen Morris, CPA, MBT, CCIM | Jan 13, 2026 | Uncategorized
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...
by Stephen Morris, CPA, MBT, CCIM | Dec 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
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...
by Stephen Morris, CPA, MBT, CCIM | Dec 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
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...
