Blogs
Got Rental Losses?
by: Lisa Marie Brugman, EAPublished on: 05/10/2026Have rental losses but can’t deduct them? Learn when rental losses are deductible, why some get suspended, how the $25,000 special allowance works, and what may help unlock those losses.
Got REPS?
by: Lisa Marie Brugman, EAPublished on: 30/09/2026Real Estate Professional Status can change how rental losses are treated—but qualifying takes more than 750 hours. Learn the REPS tests, material participation rules, spousal hours, documentation, and common mistakes.
How To Use Suspended Real Estate Losses
by: Lisa Marie Brugman, EAPublished on: 12/08/2026Real estate deductions do not always create an immediate tax benefit. Sometimes the deductions are valid, but the net passive activity rules put them in a holding pattern.
Are You a Real Estate Dealer or Investor?
by: Lisa Marie Brugman, EAPublished on: 13/07/2026Are you a real estate dealer or an investor? The IRS classification can significantly impact your taxes. Learn the key differences, potential tax consequences, and how proper planning can help you maximize tax savings and avoid costly mistakes.
