
Tax Smart Real Estate Investors Podcast
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 and www.TaxSmartInvestors.com/Insiders for more free content and information.
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Latest episodes

Aug 16, 2022 • 43min
187. Why it's Mission Critical to Get Short-Term Rental Marketing Right & More with Avery Carl
In this episode, Brandon and Thomas are joined by Avery Carl, CEO, and founder of The Short Term Shop, a real estate sales team that specializes in helping investors locate, analyze, and acquire profitable short-term rentals in the most stable markets in the country.
We discuss Avery's STR investment strategy, how she chooses markets, the importance of getting marketing right for your STR, Brandon's STR adventures, and much more!
Learn more about Avery and The Short Term Shop here: https://theshorttermshop.com/
Get a 14-day free Landlord Studio trial by visiting www.landlordstudio.com/realestatecpa
Apply for a free Relay account here: www.relayfi.com/therealestatecpa/
Enroll in the STR Tax Course today and learn how to save 5-6 figures in taxes using the STR Loophole: courses.taxsmartinvestors.com/
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
For an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC visit 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.
Always consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

Aug 9, 2022 • 38min
186. Building a Geographically Diversified Short-Term Rental Business w/ Robert Abasolo of Robuilt
In this episode, Thomas and Brandon are joined by Rob Abasolo, an Airbnb Superhost with over $1,500,000 in booked reservations and a growing portfolio of short-term rentals all across the United States.
His YouTube channel Robuilt has over 197k subscribers where he helps investors invest in STRs. Robert is also co-host of the Biggerpockets podcast.
We discuss how he built his STR portfolio, how he picks markets, builds teams, best practices, war stories, and more!
Learn more about Robert, here: https://www.youtube.com/c/Robuilt
Get a 14-day free Landlord Studio trial by visiting www.landlordstudio.com/realestatecpa
Apply for a free Relay account here: https://www.relayfi.com/therealestatecpa/
Enroll in the STR Tax Course today and learn how to save 5-6 figures in taxes using the STR Loophole: https://courses.taxsmartinvestors.com/
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
For an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC visit 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.
Always consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

Aug 2, 2022 • 42min
185. The State of the Economy & Housing Market with Jim Glassman, Head Economist at JP Morgan Chase
In this week's episode, Thomas and Brandon are joined by Jim Glassman, Managing Director and Head Economist for Commercial Banking at JPMorgan Chase to discuss the state of the economy and housing market, and much more!
More details on his analysis for real estate, and multifamily in particular, can be found on Story by J.P. Morgan, a new real estate management platform from JPMorgan Chase featuring digital rent collection, market insights, educational content and more for multifamily property owners and investors.
Check that out here: https://story.jpmorgan.com/
Apply for a free Relay accounthttps://www.relayfi.com/therealestatecpa
Enroll in the STR Tax Course today and learn how to save 5-6 figures in taxes using the STR Loophole: https://courses.taxsmartinvestors.com/
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
For an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC visit 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.
Always consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

Jul 26, 2022 • 37min
184. Introducing The State of The Real Estate Market YouTube Show with Special Guest, J Scott
In this week's episode, Thomas and Brandon are joined by J. Scott, author of Recession-Proof Real Estate Investing, and they will discuss the current state of the real estate market.
Learn more about J Scott, here: https://www.jscott.com/
Get a 14-day free trial by visiting www.landlordstudio.com/realestatecpa
Apply for a free Relay accounthttps://www.relayfi.com/therealestatecpa
Enroll in the STR Tax Course today and learn how to save 5-6 figures in taxes using the STR Loophole: https://courses.taxsmartinvestors.com/
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
For an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC visit 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.
Always consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

Jul 19, 2022 • 43min
183. How Bill Faeth Built His Multi-Million Dollar Short-Term Rental Business & More!
In this week's episode, Thomas and Brandon are joined by Bill Faeth, creator of Build Short-Term Rental Wealth, and they will discuss how to build a massive short term rental business.
Learn more about Bill Faeth, creator of Build Short Term Rental Wealth here: https://buildstrwealth.com/
Follow Bill on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/billfaeth73/?hl=en
Enroll in the STR Tax Course today and learn how to save 5-6 figures in taxes using the STR Loophole: courses.taxsmartinvestors.com/
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
For an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC visit www.therealestatecpa.com/become-client
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/therealestatecpa
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.
Always consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

Jul 12, 2022 • 32min
182. How to Build a 6-Figure Short-Term Rental Business with Kyle Stanley aka Fearless Kyle
In this week's episode, Thomas and Ryan are joined by Kyle Stanley, creator of the Fearless Investor, and they will discuss how to build a 6-figure short term rental business.
Learn more about Kyle and the Fearless Investor here: www.fearlesskyle.com
Enroll in the STR Tax Course today and learn how to save 5-6 figures in taxes using the STR Loophole: courses.taxsmartinvestors.com/
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
For an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC visit www.therealestatecpa.com/become-client
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/therealestatecpa
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.
Always consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

Jul 5, 2022 • 30min
181. The Powerful Combination of the STR Loophole & Cost Segregation Studies with Terry Judge
In this week's episode, Thomas is joined by Terry Judge, CEO of CORE Solutions Group to discuss the powerful STR Loophole & cost segregation studies, FAQs, and more!
Learn more about Terry and CORE Solutions here: https://coresolutionsgroup.net/
Enroll in the STR Tax Course today and learn how to save 5-6 figures in taxes using the STR Loophole: courses.taxsmartinvestors.com/
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
For an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC visit www.therealestatecpa.com/become-client
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/therealestatecpa
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.
Always consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

Jun 28, 2022 • 19min
180. Answering Frequently Asked Questions About the Short-Term Rental (STR) Loophole
In this week's episode, Brandon & Thomas discuss frequently asked questions(FAQ)we get from Tax Smart Investors and clients regarding the short-term rental loophole.
Enroll in the STR Tax Course today and learn how to save 5-6 figures in taxes using the STR Loophole: https://courses.taxsmartinvestors.com/
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
For an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC visit www.therealestatecpa.com/become-client
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/therealestatecpa
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.
Always consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

Jun 21, 2022 • 42min
179. The Psychology of Success & State of the Market with Rod Khleif
In this week's episode, Thomas and Rod will discuss the mindset needed for success and the current real estate market.
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:
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For an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC visit www.therealestatecpa.com/become-client
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/therealestatecpa
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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.
Always consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

Jun 14, 2022 • 20min
178. A Review of Landlord Studio, a Property Management Software That Makes Accounting A Breeze
In this week's episode, Thomas Castelli gives a candid and objective review of Landlord Studio, a property management software designed to make accounting and tax filing a breeze.
Get a 14-day free trial by visiting www.landlordstudio.com/realestatecpa
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
For an initial consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC visit www.therealestatecpa.com/become-client
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/c/therealestatecpa
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.
Always consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.