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Rental Depreciation, Cost Segregation, and Recapture
Dr. Friday explains standard depreciation periods for residential and commercial rentals. She also covers cost segregation benefits and why recapture…
3 hours ago
1031 Exchange Basics for Deferring Capital Gains
Dr. Friday reviews the core 1031 like-kind exchange rule for real estate investors. She explains how reinvesting proceeds can defer capital gains ins…
1 day, 3 hours ago
Step-Up in Basis and Family Transfer Planning
Dr. Friday discusses step-up in basis and why timing of transfers can affect taxes. She notes that gifting during life can sometimes leave tax saving…
4 days, 3 hours ago
Adoption Tax Credit and Five-Year Carryforward
Dr. Friday explains that the adoption tax credit remains available with inflation adjustments. She highlights that unused credit can carry forward fo…
5 days, 3 hours ago
April Fool’s Reminder: Taxes Are Still Due
Dr. Friday uses an April Fool’s joke to remind listeners that taxes are still very real. She also points out that Congress makes tax law and encourag…
6 days, 3 hours ago
Home Energy Credit Documentation Requirements
Dr. Friday reviews home energy improvement credits and annual limits for items like HVAC and windows. She explains why receipts and manufacturer cert…
1 week ago
Alimony Tax Treatment Before and After 2018
Dr. Friday explains how alimony tax treatment differs depending on divorce date. She notes that most post-2018 agreements are no longer deductible to…
1 week, 1 day ago
Charitable Donation Receipt and Appraisal Rules
Dr. Friday explains documentation thresholds for charitable gifts of cash and property. She warns that larger non-cash donations can be disallowed wi…
1 week, 4 days ago
Social Security Tax and QCD Strategy
Dr. Friday explains that Social Security benefit taxation remains unchanged, with up to 85% potentially taxable. She also highlights qualified charit…
1 week, 5 days ago
IRA Contributions Allowed Until Tax Day
Dr. Friday reminds taxpayers they can still fund a traditional or Roth IRA up to tax day. She explains that the best choice depends on long-term plan…
1 week, 6 days ago