Wealthy Way The 7 Real Estate Tax Deductions Every Pro Uses
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Nov 6, 2025 Unlock tax savings with seven crucial deductions for real estate investors! Learn how to leverage depreciation and cost segregation for immediate write-offs. Discover how to offset active income through strategic purchases. Don’t miss tips on vehicle deductions, and the importance of correctly deducting travel and meal expenses. From startup costs to home office write-offs, find out how to effectively track all your deductions. Maximize your savings this tax season and reinvest to build long-term wealth!
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Depreciation Isn't Just Slow Wear And Tear
- Depreciation lets investors deduct building value over 27.5 years even if no repairs occur.
- Cost segregation accelerates this by reclassifying ~30% of building value into immediate deductions.
Use Cost Segregation To Offset Active Income
- Perform a cost segregation study to reclassify assets and take large upfront depreciation deductions.
- Buy enough rental properties so accelerated depreciation can offset your active income and reduce taxes to near zero.
Buy Heavy Vehicles For Immediate Deductions
- Use Section 179/bonus depreciation on vehicles over 6,000 pounds to expense a large portion in year one.
- Claim the business-use percentage of the vehicle cost as a deduction (e.g., 80% business use = 80% write-off).