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Ever wonder how cryptocurrencies and real estate investments play together in the sandbox of taxation? Or how to pay your family members through your business in a way that could benefit everyone's wallet? We've got answers to these questions and more. Welcome to another episode of Tax Tuesday, where tax experts Toby Mathis, Esq., and returning guest Jeff Webb, CPA, and CFO of Anderson Business Advisors share their expert advice. This episode delves into the nuances of crypto transactions and the impact on your tax bill, along with a deep dive into payroll complexities that could save you a headache—or better yet, a hefty fine. Plus, we discuss why paying children through your business isn't just a clever maneuver; it's a strategic move that could pave the way to a tax-free goldmine. Submit your tax question to taxtuesday@andersonadvisors, and check out our new “knowledge room” available to Platinum members, from 9a-2p daily. Highlights/Topics: I owned a condo for the last 28 years and depreciated it down to zero. In January this year I sold the condo to the renter and installment sale. For the next 10 years, I'll receive monthly payments, with a balloon payment at the end of 10 years. My question is as follows Do I have to recapture the depreciation and pay tax on it? Am I too late to do a 1031 exchange at this time? - If you’ve already sold it, it’s too late. 1031s do not work well with installment plans. What would be the best way to sell a small business and limit as much as possible the tax implications? - a stock sale is best, but almost no one will go for that…. When are crypto earnings taxed?- When you sell it, you pay capital gains tax on the difference between your buy and sell. What activities classify for the 750 hours? Does training, traveling, searching for properties? - It's going to be real estate activities in your real estate business. Training, traveling, and searching for properties is “investor” activity I self-manage a single short-term rental that I own. I want to pay my kid, who is 16 years old, for doing legit work for the Airbnb at a reasonable rate. Do I just write them a check every month based on the hours they log, or do I have to hire a payroll company to issue them a check? I do not have any other employees. If I don't hire a payroll company, how do I issue them a W2 form? - you really should hire a payroll company, if you 1099 them, they will have to pay tax. I'm planning to start lending money to real estate investors. Other private money lenders I know do their lending businesses through an S-Corp. I currently don't have an LLC or an S-Corp for lending. I have a Wyoming Hold LLC that I opened to use for real estate investing. Which would you advise is best for private money lender an LLC, an S-Corp, any other, and why? - Do not do it through your Wyoming LLC. I like the S corporation rather than the LLC… I have a 50-50 partnership with a friend and we own two short-term rentals together. Each of us is maturely participating in one short-term rental each. Is there a way to take full cost-seg advantage against our respective W-2s or can we only take 50% of one property against your W-2 and the other person? It will go to the passive bucket and vice versa for the other property. - Couldn't we both get that deduction? Yeah, you probably could if we go back to the aspect that it's a trade or business I am a W-2 earner. Can I save taxes if I buy a long-term rental? - Probably not. Probably not at this time. Unless you’re a real estate agent. I'm getting a lot of pushback against cost segregation from my accountants. They say that it could trigger personal property issues in Maryland and that the cost of the study is prohibitive. - So what? The personal property taxes and most states is based on The Advalorium they call it. It's based on the current value. They usually have depreciation schedules of their own and it's not that much property tax. Resources: Infinity Investing https://infinityinvesting.com/ Email us at Tax Tuesday taxtuesday@andersonadvisors.com Tax and Asset Protection Events https://andersonadvisors.com/real-estate-asset-protection-workshop-training/?utm_source=aba&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=when-are-crypto-earnings-taxed Anderson Advisors https://andersonadvisors.com/ Toby Mathis YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TobyMathis Toby Mathis TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@tobymathisesq Clint Coons Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@ClintCoons  

In this episode, Toby Mathis, Esq, of Anderson Business Advisors welcomes Jen and Stacy Conkey, the founders of Remote Multifamily Investing Academy. As the visionaries behind the Remote Multifamily Investing Academy™, Jen and Stacy have disrupted the status quo. They've developed the #1 Multifamily Academy for scaling in multifamily real estate, emphasizing the underestimated power of joint ventures before diving into larger syndications. With Jen & Stacy, you're not just getting advice; you're getting a transformative experience. They're not just knowledgeable; they're relatable, enthusiastic, and ready to make a real impact. Highlights/Topics: Three important roles to make a team Finding the role that appeals to you, joining a team The state of multi-family right now Interest rates and the economy What to look for when underwriting Cash flow and property values Seller financing Overcoming mental blockages- the arrow-breaking experience Favorite success stories Build your wealth in multifamily first! Resources: Remote MultiFamily Investing Academy https://rmfiacademy.com/training-library/ RMFIA Training Library https://rmfiacademy.com/training-library/ RMFIA Before you book https://www.remfia.com/before-you-book-a-call RMFIA Classes https://bit.ly/jenandstacy Learn Next Level Passive Income Strategies Through Real Estate Investing https://infinityinvesting.com/infinity-investing-workshops/ Tax and Asset Protection Events https://andersonadvisors.com/real-estate-asset-protection-workshop-training/?utm_source=aba&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=10-ways-to-reap-huge-benefits-from-a%20-501(c)(3) Toby Mathis on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/tobymathisesq Anderson Advisors https://andersonadvisors.com/

Welcome to our last Tax Tuesday for 2023, where tax experts Eliot Thomas, Esq., Manager of Tax Advisors at Anderson, and returning guest Jeff Webb, CPA, CFO of Anderson Business Advisors share their expert advice on topics like crypto taxes, reimbursement for moving expenses if you’re in the military, and investing in real estate with your IRA. You’ll hear how to protect yourself when flipping houses, by creating the right kind of entity to hold those properties. Submit your tax question to taxtuesday@andersonadvisors. Highlights/Topics: "How can training costs including travel be tax deductible? If we got some costs regarding starting up our corporation, maybe some education or something like that, can we deduct it? If so, how?" - training costs can be deductible in certain cases. "We've been engaged two years. I want to get married in July of 2024. I make $85,000 a year, and he makes $120,000 with W-2 jobs. I'm wanting to become a real estate professional next year and make income from my for-rentals. Am I able to keep more of his income if we file jointly after we're married? What type of strategy would help him keep more of his money?" - There’s a lot that can be done here - retirement plans, S-corp, hiring your spouse, etc. "Once the purchase of a property is finalized, should cost seg study process be started immediately after? And can you double dip the cost segregation process, meaning before and after upgrades/repairs?" - If I am not a real estate professional. If I do a cost seg, I might just be creating a giant passive loss that I can't use… "Does depreciation taken from a syndication have to be paid back when the property is sold?" - You will receive a K-1 from the partnership that is a syndication, and it will show your gain on the property. Yes, you’re going to have to recapture. "Are there advantages of investing in trading securities, stocks, bonds, commodities, futures, et cetera, in an entity account rather than in an individual account? Any kind of benefits, maybe setting up certain structures for that?" – There is, and it primarily comes from income shifting. "How do we do real estate investing if we have an IRA fund?" - You can invest, but you cannot be involved in any way in the running of that property "When are crypto earnings taxed?" - It depends on where the income is coming from. "As a member of the armed forces, are my travel expenses from overseas location back to my property location stateside tax deductible? If we're doing some traveling there, we're in the armed forces, what can we do as far as any deductions if possible?" - If you have overseas travel on a change station, make sure you're seeing an accountant to do your taxes that knows what the heck he's talking about and what you're doing. "Is it better to have a separate entity for flipping, such as an LLC or corporation, or should I report it as an individual?" - do not flip in your own name. There’s plenty that can go wrong… "I am a new real estate agent. Does the time I spend searching for a property in my local market, including travel time, and my family count towards the 750 hours needed to qualify for rep status, even if we end up not buying the property this year?" - first of all, we can't use travel time usually as far as rep status. "Is it possible, feasible, or legal to incorporate yourself and transfer all your assets to the new company while also deducting expenses used to support the new business, in other words, yourself?" - No, you can't make your personal expenses into business expenses. The real answer is just a flat-out no. Resources: Infinity Investing https://infinityinvesting.com/ Email us at Tax Tuesday taxtuesday@andersonadvisors.com Tax and Asset Protection Events https://andersonadvisors.com/real-estate-asset-protection-workshop-training/?utm_source=aba&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=how-to-select-the-best-entity-for-flipping-houses Anderson Advisors https://andersonadvisors.com/ Toby Mathis YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TobyMathis Toby Mathis TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@tobymathisesq Clint Coons Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@ClintCoons  

In this episode, Toby Mathis, Esq, of Anderson Business Advisors welcomes Karim Hanafy, Esq., head of Anderson Business Advisors’ Non-Profit Division. Karim and Toby will go over ten benefits of either donating to, or setting up your own 501(c)(3). From donor-advised funds to public vs. private foundations, Toby and Karim explain all the pros and cons. Karim is a nonprofit attorney with over 20 years of experience forming nonprofit organizations, obtaining 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, advising with ongoing compliance, and assisting with annual tax reporting. Karim previously worked in the Tax Exempt Division at the IRS, and he uses his IRS experience to advise nonprofit organizations on the application process and ongoing compliance. Highlights/Topics: End-of-year tax reductions by donating to charities Setting up your own 501(c)(3) can be your legacy Giving through a donor-advised fund with Vanguard, Schwab, Fidelity, etc. Tax benefits of donating to a public charity Cash, appreciated assets, public and private foundations Tax deductible items, time, travel, and expenses paid on behalf of a non-profit GoFundMe donations and tax deductibility Managing and controlling the spending of your own 501(c)(3) Timing of tax benefits for contributions Public charity vs. private foundation Contact Anderson Business Advisors or come to our Non-Profit Workshops Resources: Karim Hanafy LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/karim-hanafy-3561b71b0/ Start Your Non-Profit in 45 Minutes with Anderson Business Advisors https://andersonadvisors.com/nonprofit-501c3/ Tax and Asset Protection Events https://andersonadvisors.com/real-estate-asset-protection-workshop-training/?utm_source=aba&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=10-ways-to-reap-huge-benefits-from-a%20-501(c)(3) Toby Mathis on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/tobymathisesq Anderson Advisors https://andersonadvisors.com/

In today’s episode, Toby Mathis, Esq. welcomes Tyler Sasse (“Sassy”), owner, founder, and lead instructor of Western Welding Academy in Gillette, Wyoming. Voted "#1 Welding School in the World", Western Welding Academy is the only pipe welding school in the country solely owned and operated by real pipeline/pipe welders. Toby and Tyler discuss teaching work ethic and integrity, how welders can make huge annual salaries after the academy’s 6-month program, the deficit of skilled workers and needs within the construction and other industries, and how to apply to attend this valuable trade school program. Tyler Sasse’s well-earned nationwide reputation is one of quality and knowledge. He holds American Welding Society (AWS), Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), and many other welding certifications. His ability to lead and manage people allowed him to be involved in some of the country’s largest construction projects. Highlights/Topics: Tyler’s path to building his school How much money can you make welding? Teaching work ethic and integrity The tuition cost of welding school that includes 7 certifications Employer programs that will pay back your tuition Income share agreements- you only pay when you’re working Student numbers and industry stats The ‘blue-collar tour’ speaking with high school students How to apply and what to expect Learning welding vs. working at entry-level jobs Ratio of women to men at the school Resources: Western Welding Academy https://www.westernweldingacademy.com/ Western Welding Academy YT https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKNdRVnrxkYIeV5HAmPvzww MiaShare https://www.miashare.com/ The Blue Collar Tour https://www.westernweldingacademy.com/events/blue-collar-tour-2024?utm_source=Website_direct&utm_medium=homepage&utm_campaign=Website_direct_homepage_who_we_are_button__who-we-are_financial_aid_button__financial-aid-options_2024_blue_collar_tourlearn_more_button Tax and Asset Protection Events https://andersonadvisors.com/real-estate-asset-protection-workshop-training/?utm_source=aba&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=welding-podcast Toby Mathis on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/tobymathisesq Anderson Advisors https://andersonadvisors.com/  

Welcome to another episode of Tax Tuesday, where tax experts Toby Mathis, Esq., and returning guest Jeff Webb, CPA, CFO of Anderson Business Advisors share their expert advice on writing off business expenses, end-of-the-year options for saving on tax deductions, inquiries about organizational vs. startup expenses, and how to borrow from your life insurance policy to invest in real estate. Submit your tax question to taxtuesday@andersonadvisors. Highlights/Topics: All my LLCs are disregarded…. I’m in the process of setting up…What are some of the write-offs for 2023? - You normally can’t write off until the business has begun operating, but the cost of setting up, you can grab that, but you have to have income to benefit from those write offs. Can I 1031 a long-term rental single-family residential.. into short-term AirBnB rental.. Then do a cost seg? - Yes, but there’s a timing issue…the long-term rental cannot extend into the next/same year. How do I write off biz expenses before the bix makes money? - There are ‘organizational’ and ‘startup’ expenses that you can write off, of $5K each….but it also ‘depends’ If we are flipping a home within 6 months, can we write off depreciation, closing costs etc.? - The home is considered ‘inventory’..if you bought it with intent to sell, no matter how long you own it, it is ‘dealer property’ My husband owns and operates an electrical business… if a client doesn’t pay, is it considered a loss? Is it tax deductible? - You don’t recognize income until it is paid to you. You can only write off expenses. Please discuss pros and cons of borrowing from my life insurance to purchase real estate? Is any of the interest tax deductible? – The interest on the property is deductible. Different policies have different ways of accounting for the loan. I don’t see a lot of ‘cons’. How do I offset passive losses other than increasing rents and paying off debt?.. What can I do before the end of the year so I can use this year’s taxes? At this time of year, there’s very little you can do, you only get the portion from now until the end of the year. I am a licensed contractor working part-time as a salaried employee… am I a real estate professional for tax purposes? - Yes… if you’re the owner, and you have 750+ hours working in the real estate business… more than 50% of your time. Can I create a 401k for my real estate biz? Will this affect my employer’s 401k- Yes, but you can only contribute the total amount allowed by the individual by the IRS. You have to have an ‘active’ business, not passive income. Is there an age limit for hiring our kids? We have 6 and 13-year-olds. - Yes, but you have to have them working on actual tasks to be paid. Sweeping, modeling, acting, etc. What is the market value of those tasks? Labor laws don’t apply - you can put YOUR OWN kids to work, and pay them, at any age. Resources: Infinity Investing https://infinityinvesting.com/ Email us at Tax Tuesday taxtuesday@andersonadvisors.com Tax and Asset Protection Events https://andersonadvisors.com/real-estate-asset-protection-workshop-training/ Anderson Advisors https://andersonadvisors.com/ Toby Mathis YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TobyMathis Toby Mathis TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@tobymathisesq Clint Coons Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@ClintCoons  

Eliot Thomas, Manager of Tax Advisors at Anderson Business Advisors, shares expert insights on minimizing capital gains tax on stocks and the distinctions between bonus depreciation and Section 179. He discusses the benefits of employing your children in real estate ventures and how to manage health expenses through HSAs. Eliot also addresses educational expense deductions and strategic business structures to maximize tax advantages. Get ready for a lively conversation packed with practical financial strategies!

In today’s episode, Toby Mathis, Esq. welcomes Shane Sams, CEO and Co-Founder of Flippedlifestyle.com. Shane is one half of the dynamic duo at FlippedLifestyle.com with his wife Jocelyn. The Sams Family built an online membership business that generates hundreds of thousands of dollars per year in profit, while only requiring a few hours of work per week. Now they help other people build & grow online memberships of their own. Highlights/Topics: Shane’s path to finding his own side gig Librarians and their challenges Selling what you know and solving problems Startup costs and hosting platforms The moment Shane decided to change paths Yard sales to get start-up money The Toddler Apocalypse blog Some great monetization ideas What are people charging per month? Crazy ideas that worked - chickens and needle felting You can probably achieve your goals with an online business First steps to take Resources: Flipped Lifestyle https://www.flippedlifestyle.net/a/2147732658/ZQEgEiNx Toby Mathis on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/tobymathisesq Anderson Advisors https://andersonadvisors.com/ Infinity Investing https://infinityinvesting.com/   

In this episode, Clint Coons, Esq. speaks with Seth Williams and Neil Clements, experienced real estate investors who are joining us to discuss land investment deals that may be a little off the beaten path. From sending out blind offers by mail, to water and mineral rights, to subdividing parcels, Seth and Neil give you the inside track on challenges and opportunities within this lucrative space in real estate investing. Seth Williams is the founder of REtipster.com; an online community that offers real-world guidance for real estate investors. Neil Clements is an avid real estate investor who builds his wealth by capitalizing on investment opportunities no one else pays attention to. He is passionate about teaching wealth-building strategies through real estate and how to find opportunities off the beaten path. Highlights/Topics: What’s the state of land deals today? Make sure you have a ‘pivot’ once you purchase Parent and child land parcels Sending offers by mail, text, and ringless voicemail Perc tests, subdividing, water and using AI Mineral rights in TX land deals Some typical numbers on recent deals Time frames on turning deals Explaining ‘entitlements’ Due diligence Doing land deals remotely, Land ID mapping software Blind offers, how to find the right agent How Neil and Seth started working together Resources: RE Tipster https://retipster.com/ Email Neil neil@swiftlandoffers.com Realtors Land Institute https://www.rliland.com/ Tax and Asset Protection Events https://andersonadvisors.com/real-estate-asset-protection-workshop-training/?utm_source=aba&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=land-investing-demystified-proven-strategies-for-finding-lucrative-deals Anderson Advisors https://andersonadvisors.com/ Anderson Advisors Podcast https://andersonadvisors.com/podcast/ Clint Coons YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5GX-U6VbvMkhSM1ONBiW8w

Did you know you could be sued if your tenant’s dog bites someone? In this episode, Toby Mathis, Esq. welcomes Shawn Woedl, President and CEO of the National Real Estate Insurance Group. Shawn is an industry-recognized speaker and educator with an emphasis on Commercial Property and Premises Liability, and shares the top four lawsuits his company sees every day.  From slip and falls to discrimination and dog bites, tune in to find out how to protect yourself from these common scenarios. Highlights/Topics: Top lawsuits as seen at National Real Estate Insurance Group Lawsuit sizes - how much is being paid out? The cost of carrying insurance and deductibles Submitting claims and potential policy increases Umbrella and excess coverage Tenant discrimination Dog bites and “vicious breed” exclusions Renovations and contractors Mold Resources: Connect with NREIG https://affiliate.nreig.com/Anderson Download the PREMISES LIABILITY Policy PDF https://drive.google.com/file/d/16iz1d8almLd2sgENkWFXQUA-sxe3vI6x/view?usp=sharing Toby Mathis on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/tobymathisesq Anderson Advisors https://andersonadvisors.com/