
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

Jan 28, 2020 • 33min
84. Achieving Financial Independence by Building a Portfolio of Single-Family Houses with Alik Levin
In this episode, we're joined by Alik Levin, principal technical manager at Oracle and a client of The Real Estate CPA to discuss why he chose real estate, how he scaled his portfolio, and his recently-released book: Own Your Future with Real Estate.
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
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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.

Jan 21, 2020 • 32min
83. Investing in Commercial, Office, and Retail Real Estate with Tyler Cauble
In this episode, we're joined by Tyler Cauble, president of The Cauble Group, to discuss office and retail real estate, the current state of the market, and what Tyler thinks the future holds for these asset classes. Tyler is also the author of "Open For Business: The Insider's Guide to Leasing Commercial Real Estate".
Learn more about Tyler and his work: https://www.tylercauble.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:
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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
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.

Jan 13, 2020 • 35min
82. Multifamily Value-Add, Tax Strategies, and the Current Market with Josh Eitingon
In this episode, we're joined by Josh Etington, co-founder of DXE Properties and experienced multifamily syndicator. We will discuss Josh's take on the multifamily value-add investment strategy, the tax strategies he uses, where he believes we are in the current market cycle, and much more.
Learn more about Josh and his work: https://www.dxeproperties.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:
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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
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.

Jan 7, 2020 • 57min
81. Investment Analysis and Key Metrics Every Real Estate Investor Should Know with Frank Gallinelli
On today's show, we're joined by Frank Gallinelli, author of the bestselling book "What Every Real Estate Investor Needs To Know About Cash Flow and 36 Other Key Financial Measures" and the founder and president of www.realdata.com, a leading real estate investment software firm. Frank also teaches real estate investment analysis at Columbia University.
In this episode, we will discuss investment analysis and key financial metrics real estate investors need to be aware of including NOI, cap rate, cash flow, IRR, and more.
Visit the show notes to view Frank's promo code for his video course: https://www.therealestatecpa.com/podcasts/81.-investment-analysis-and-key-metrics-every-real-estate-investor-should-know-with-frank-gallinelli
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
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.

Dec 24, 2019 • 27min
80. Year-End Accounting Tips for Real Estate Investors and More with Taylor Brugna, CPA
Happy Holidays! Today we're joined by Taylor Brugna, a CPA and Advisory Manager here at The Real Estate CPA. Today we will discuss his journey from 50 units to 90+ units, how good accounting records can lead to thousands of dollars of tax savings, and accounting tips for real estate investors including year-end closings and reconciliations.
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.

Dec 17, 2019 • 30min
79. The Tax Impacts of UDFI and UBTI on Self-Directed IRA and Solo 401k Investments w/ Brian Eastman
Today we're joined by Brian Eastman, principal and Sr. Consultant at Safeguard Advisors. Safeguard Advisors is an innovative provider of Self-Directed retirement plans for individuals and entrepreneurs who want to take control of their own wealth building future.
Learn more about Brian and his work: www.ira123.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
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.

Dec 10, 2019 • 13min
78. Tax Implications and Factors of Qualifying as a Real Estate Dealer with Brandon Hall
On today's show, The Real Estate CPA CEO Brandon Hall goes solo on this episode to speak about qualified real estate dealers vs. investors. This status can have large tax consequences and it is important to understand the factors that force dealer status qualification.
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
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.

Dec 3, 2019 • 29min
77. Leaving a Full-Time Job to Build a Multifamily Portfolio with David Dawkins
Today we're joined by David Dawkins, a client of TRECPA, to discuss his journey from full-time finance manager in the corporate world to a full-time multifamily investor and real estate professional, why he chose multifamily, and his favorite tax strategies.
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
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.

Nov 26, 2019 • 31min
76. How The Residential Cost Segregator Can Save Small Property Owners Thousands w/ John W. Hanning
Today we're joined by John W. Hanning, principal at KBKG, a company that specializes in cost segregation. In this episode, we will discuss KBKG's cost segregator software. This allows owners with smaller properties to engage in cost segregation without the issue of price.
Learn about John and the Residential Cost Segregator: www.kbkg.com/residential-costsegregator
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
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.

Nov 19, 2019 • 40min
75. Everything You Need to Know About Drop and Swaps, a 1031 Exchange Strategy with Matt Rappaport
Today we are joined by Matt Rappaport, Esq., an attorney who specializes in taxation as it relates to real estate corporations, partnerships, trusts, and estates. In this episode, we will discuss a 1031 exchange strategy called a drop and swap.
Learn more about Matt and his work: http://merlawfirm.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
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.