In this episode, Thomas and Ryan break down the essentials of real estate professional status (REPS) and how to qualify this year. This episode explores: - What REPS is and why it’s one of the top strategies for high-income earners. - The two key tests to qualify and how to navigate them. - Activities that count toward REPS—and what doesn’t. - How grouping elections simplify meeting material participation requirements. - Using cost segregation and bonus depreciation for maximum tax savings. If REPS is one of your goals, January is the time to start. To become a client, request a consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC at go.therealestatecpa.com/3KSEev6 🗞️ Did you know IRS audits are on the rise? Click HERE to Access the FREE IRS Checklist: https://go.therealestatecpa.com/IRSchecklist Join the Tax Smart Insiders Community: go.therealestatecpa.com/3Xx1Cpd Check out Thomas's new YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@thomascastelli The Tax Smart Real Estate Investors podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests.