Tax Smart Real Estate Investors Podcast
Hall CPA
The Tax Smart Real Estate Investors Podcast is a show that focuses on tax, accounting, and finance tips for real estate investors and business owners. We bring on guests to talk through complex topics and we break it down into bite-sized chunks of knowledge for our listeners.
Our episodes generally run 30-60 minutes of no-nonsense, hard-hitting information. We know your time is valuable so our goal is to save you thousands of dollars per episode.
Hall CPA, PLLC is a CPA firm that exclusively serves real estate investors and real estate business owners. We work with syndicators and developers closing multi-million dollar deals, as well as small investors building a portfolio from scratch.
Check us out at www.TheRealEstateCPA.com/Podcast for more free content and information.
Enjoy!
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. Any mention of third-party vendors, products, or services does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. You should conduct your own due diligence before engaging with any vendor
Our episodes generally run 30-60 minutes of no-nonsense, hard-hitting information. We know your time is valuable so our goal is to save you thousands of dollars per episode.
Hall CPA, PLLC is a CPA firm that exclusively serves real estate investors and real estate business owners. We work with syndicators and developers closing multi-million dollar deals, as well as small investors building a portfolio from scratch.
Check us out at www.TheRealEstateCPA.com/Podcast for more free content and information.
Enjoy!
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. Any mention of third-party vendors, products, or services does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. You should conduct your own due diligence before engaging with any vendor
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Jul 11, 2023 • 35min
229. Revolutionize Your STR Investments: Insider Tips, Tools, and Market Updates
Emir Dukic, Founder & CEO of Rabbu, discusses how Rabbu went from property management to a data and software company. They explore trends in the short-term rental market and emphasize the importance of optimization and historical data for property operators. They also discuss trust, AI, and the strategies behind providing valuable content for free to attract clients.

Jul 4, 2023 • 31min
228. Short-Term Rental Insights: Navigating Regulatory Risk and Other Industry Updates
In this episode, Brandon and Thomas are joined by Ryan Carriere, Senior Tax Advisor and STR Tax Expert at our firm.
During the conversation, they discuss the hot topic of short-term rental bans and restrictions, exploring the latest developments, such as Dallas becoming the newest city to enforce regulations - and what Tax Smart Investors are doing to mitigate regulatory risk.
We also discuss recent news, including the possible extension of 100% bonus depreciation, upcoming changes to the definition of an accredited investor, and new clean vehicle tax credits.
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www.linkedin.com/in/ryancarriere/
Become a Tax Smart Insider today and claim your free bonuses today at www.taxsmartinvestors.com/insiders
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Join our Facebook group, the one-stop-shop for real estate investors to learn about tax strategy and stay up to date on changing tax laws:
www.facebook.com/groups/taxsmartinvestors
To become a client, request an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC at www.therealestatecpa.com/become-client
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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.

Jun 27, 2023 • 47min
227. The Ultimate Guide to Evaluating Real Estate Syndication with Jim Pfeifer
In this episode, Brandon and Thomas are joined by Jim Pfeifer, a full-time real estate investor and CEO & Founder of Left Field Investors — a community of like-minded individuals passively investing in real assets that generate real cash flow.
During the conversation, they discuss evaluating real estate syndications, including understanding your personal investment criteria, assessing sponsors, analyzing individual investment opportunities, considering tax implications, and much more.
Learn more about Left Field Investors: https://www.leftfieldinvestors.com/
Learn more about Dual City Investments: www.dualcityinvestments.com/ or call 864-757-2429
Schedule a free consultation with Thrasher Law Offices at www.thrasherpllc.com/
Become a Tax Smart Insider today and claim your free bonuses today at www.taxsmartinvestors.com/insiders
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/therealestatecpa
Join our Facebook group, the one-stop-shop for real estate investors to learn about tax strategy and stay up to date on changing tax laws:
www.facebook.com/groups/taxsmartinvestors
To become a client, request an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC at www.therealestatecpa.com/become-client
Follow Brandon on Twitter: @bhallcpa
Follow Thomas on Twitter: @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.

Jun 20, 2023 • 48min
226. From Civil to Criminal: Ensuring Real Estate Investors Stay Clear of Tax Troubles
In this episode, Brandon and Thomas are joined by Robert Nordlander, who has over 20 years of experience with the IRS-Criminal Investigation as a special agent.
They discuss how real estate investors might find themselves in criminal investigations with the IRS and how they, and their advisors, can stay clear of tax trouble.
Learn more about Robert: https://www.nordlandercpa.com/
Learn more about Dual City Investments: www.dualcityinvestments.com/ or call 864-757-2429
Schedule a free consultation with Thrasher Law Offices at www.thrasherpllc.com/
Become a Tax Smart Insider today and claim your free bonuses today at www.taxsmartinvestors.com/insiders
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/therealestatecpa
Join our Facebook group, the one-stop-shop for real estate investors to learn about tax strategy and stay up to date on changing tax laws:
www.facebook.com/groups/taxsmartinvestors
To become a client, request an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC at www.therealestatecpa.com/become-client
Follow Brandon on Twitter: @bhallcpa
Follow Thomas on Twitter: @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.

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Jun 6, 2023 • 27min
225. The Home Sale Exclusion: How To Minimize or Eliminate Taxes on The Sale of Your Home
In this episode, Brandon and Thomas discuss Section 121, also known as the home sale exclusion and the different ways you use it to minimize or even eliminate taxes on the sale of your primary residence.
We also discuss some of its many nuances, such as partial exclusions, how it works with rental properties, combining it with 1031 exchanges, and more.
If you're a homeowner, this is an episode you won't want to miss!
Learn more about Dual City Investments: www.dualcityinvestments.com/ or call 864-757-2429
Schedule a free consultation with Thrasher Law Offices at www.thrasherpllc.com/
Become a Tax Smart Insider today and claim your free bonuses today at www.taxsmartinvestors.com/insiders
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/therealestatecpa
Join our Facebook group, the one-stop-shop for real estate investors to learn about tax strategy and stay up to date on changing tax laws:
www.facebook.com/groups/taxsmartinvestors
To become a client, request an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC at www.therealestatecpa.com/become-client
Follow Brandon on Twitter: @bhallcpa
Follow Thomas on Twitter: @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.

May 30, 2023 • 21min
224. Recent Questions From The Tax Smart Investors Community
In this episode, Brandon and Thomas answer questions from the Tax Smart Investors community, including:
- How depreciation recapture works
- Do we believe bonus depreciation will be extended?
- How installment sales are taxed
- When to contact a CPA
- What to do if you're still waiting on your refund from the IRS
- And more!
Learn more about Dual City Investments: www.dualcityinvestments.com/ or call 864-757-2429
Schedule a free consultation with Thrasher Law Offices at www.thrasherpllc.com/
Become a Tax Smart Insider today and claim your free bonuses today at www.taxsmartinvestors.com/freetrial
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/therealestatecpa
Join our Facebook group, the one-stop-shop for real estate investors to learn about tax strategy and stay up to date on changing tax laws:
www.facebook.com/groups/taxsmartinvestors
To become a client, request an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC at www.therealestatecpa.com/become-client
Follow Brandon on Twitter: @bhallcpa
Follow Thomas on Twitter: @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.

May 23, 2023 • 30min
223. How Investing In Real Estate Reduces Your Taxes Even Without Using REPS or the STR Loophole
In this episode, Brandon and I discuss how investing in rental real estate reduces your taxes even without using the real estate professional status (REPS) or the STR Loophole.
We cover the power of using depreciation to shelter rental income from tax, strategies for mitigating depreciation recapture, using buy, borrow, die, and more!
Learn more about Dual City Investments: www.dualcityinvestments.com/ or call 864-757-2429
Schedule a free consultation with Thrasher Law Offices at www.thrasherpllc.com/
Become a Tax Smart Insider today and claim your free bonuses today at www.taxsmartinvestors.com/freetrial
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/therealestatecpa
Join our Facebook group, the one-stop-shop for real estate investors to learn about tax strategy and stay up to date on changing tax laws:
www.facebook.com/groups/taxsmartinvestors
To become a client, request an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC at www.therealestatecpa.com/become-client
Follow Brandon on Twitter: @bhallcpa
Follow Thomas on Twitter: @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.

May 16, 2023 • 34min
222. What Most Doctors Get Wrong About Financial Freedom & The 4 Types of Investors w/ Dr Param Bala
In this episode, Brandon and Thomas are joined by Param Bala, a Radiologist in Southern California who reached financial independence at 41 by building a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio while working full-time and raising two young kids.
We discuss her journey to financial independence, what most physicians get wrong about financial freedom, the four types of real estate investors, her take on the current market, and more.
Learn more about Dr. Param Bala here: https://www.generationalwealthmd.com/
Learn more about Dual City Investments: www.dualcityinvestments.com/ or call 864-757-2429
Enroll in The Real Estate Professional Status (REPS) Tax Course today and learn how to save 5-6 figures in taxes: www.taxsmartinvestors.com/reps
Become a Tax Smart Insider today and claim your free bonuses today at www.taxsmartinvestors.com/freetrial
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/therealestatecpa
Join our Facebook group, the one-stop-shop for real estate investors to learn about tax strategy and stay up to date on changing tax laws:
www.facebook.com/groups/taxsmartinvestors
To become a client, request an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC at www.therealestatecpa.com/become-client
Follow Brandon on Twitter: @bhallcpa
Follow Thomas on Twitter: @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.

May 9, 2023 • 26min
221. The Art of Wealth Creation: Taylor Brugna's Path to a $30 Million Portfolio in Under a Decade
Taylor Brugna, a successful partner in real estate, shares how he built a $30 million portfolio in less than a decade. He discusses starting small with condos while juggling full-time work and how fluctuating interest rates affected his growth. Taylor offers invaluable tips for aspiring investors, stressing the importance of taking action rather than getting stuck in analysis paralysis. He also highlights the necessity of strategic underwriting and management tools for confident investment decisions.

May 2, 2023 • 23min
220. Do Mid-Term Rentals Qualify for The STR Loophole? Plus, The Role of Rounding with Justin Shore
In this episode, Brandon and Thomas are joined by Senior Tax Advisor Justin Shore to discuss whether or not MTRs qualify for the STR Loophole.
We also discuss the role of rounding numbers in determining the average period of customer use and material participation and how to determine the average period on duplexes and other multifamily properties.
Learn more about Dual City Investments: www.dualcityinvestments.com/ or call 864-757-2429
Enroll in The Real Estate Professional Status (REPS) Tax Course today and learn how to save 5-6 figures in taxes: www.taxsmartinvestors.com/reps
Become a Tax Smart Insider today and claim your free bonuses today at www.taxsmartinvestors.com/freetrial
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/therealestatecpa
Join our Facebook group, the one-stop-shop for real estate investors to learn about tax strategy and stay up to date on changing tax laws:
www.facebook.com/groups/taxsmartinvestors
To become a client, request an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC at www.therealestatecpa.com/become-client
Follow Brandon on Twitter: @bhallcpa
Follow Thomas on Twitter: @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.


