Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill Just Changed Commercial Real Estate Forever (Here’s What You Need to Know) | With Kevin Bassett, CPA

100% bonus depreciation is back—and it’s permanent.

In this episode, CPA and fan-favorite Kevin Bassett returns to break down the tax bill shaking up the commercial real estate world.

From massive tax write-offs for CRE pros and investors, to bonus depreciation on entire manufacturing buildings, to the new wave of opportunity zones—this is everything you need to know to protect your margins and maximize your returns.

Plus:

• What brokers and syndicators should do immediately
• Why the IRS owes cost segregation companies a bottle of champagne
• The surprising end to electric vehicle credits
• And yes, a plea to Barbara Corcoran to join us

Whether you're a CRE broker, investor, or just someone who enjoys watching tax legislation get absolutely roasted, this episode is for you.

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Takeaways

-The new bill has major implications for commercial real estate professionals and investors.-100% bonus depreciation allows for significant tax deductions in the first year of property purchase.-Opportunity zones are being renewed, providing new investment opportunities.-Energy credits related to electric vehicles and energy-efficient buildings are expiring soon.-Section 179D is also set to expire, affecting energy-efficient improvements.-Tax rates from 2018 have been made permanent, benefiting many taxpayers.-New deductions for seniors and families are being introduced, providing additional tax relief.-The SALT deduction remains a contentious issue among lawmakers.-The bill is not solely beneficial for the wealthy; it includes provisions for lower-income individuals.-The commercial real estate market may see increased demand due to these tax incentives.

Chapters

00:00:00 - Cold Open00:03:20 - Welcome Kevin Bassett, CPA00:05:06 - What’s Going on With This Big Beautiful Bill?00:06:07 - 100% Depreciation00:08:28 - What Bonus Depreciation Means for Brokers00:10:12 - Manufacturing Bonus: 100% Depreciation on Entire Building!00:12:17 - Bo simplifies 100% Bonus Depreciation on Manufacturing for Timmy00:15:08 - Opportunity Zones To Be Renewed00:18:17 - Energy Credits: If you’re in the market for an EV, listen up! (Time Sensitive Information)00:21:52 - Bonus Depreciation vs Section 17900:25:37 - Extending the 2017 Tax Rates00:27:08 - A Massive One: Section 199A (QBI)00:29:50 - The Giveaways (New Deductions The Lower Tax Brackets)00:31:05 - The Senior’s Deduction00:31:58 - Raised Child Credits00:32:10 - No Tax on Tips/Overtime00:37:52 - Car Loan: Up to $10k Deduction on loan interest00:39:30 - 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange Remains Untouched00:40:26 - SALT Deduction: The Biggest Fight Of All00:42:07 - Bo Simplifies SALT Deductions For Timmy00:46:41 - The Truth About This Bill Being For The Rich: (Limits on Itemized Deductions)00:49:50 - Listener Question: Will This Spur New Development?00:51:54 - https://bassettcpas.com/00:53:47 - Bo’s Big Beautiful Breakdown01:02:37 - Timmy Questions Bo’s Dislike of EVs01:05:33 - Shoutouts!01:06:33 - Bye Alice!

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