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...
Advise RE Blog – Real Estate Tax Insights from Advise RE
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...