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“name”: “What are the tax benefits of investing in commercial real estate vs. residential?”,
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“text”: “For El Segundo investors comparing commercial vs. residential real estate from a tax perspective: commercial properties have a longer depreciation life (39 years) but typically yield far larger cost segregation benefits due to more qualifying personal property and land improvements. A $2M commercial property might generate $400,000–$600,000 in first-year deductions through cost segregation + 100% bonus depreciation. The QBI deduction applies to both, and 1031 exchanges work for both. KDA’s team will model the after-tax returns for both asset classes in the El Segundo market.”
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“name”: “What records should I keep for my rental properties?”,
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“text”: “Good records are your first line of defense in an IRS audit. For El Segundo rental property owners, the most critical records are: basis documentation (to calculate gain on sale), depreciation schedules (to track accumulated depreciation and recapture), expense receipts (to support deductions), and time logs (for REPS or STR loophole claims). KDA’s real estate CPA team provides clients with a complete record-keeping framework and conducts annual reviews to ensure your documentation is audit-ready.”
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“name”: “Can I do a 1031 exchange on a short-term rental property?”,
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“text”: “Yes — STRs are eligible for 1031 exchanges when held for investment purposes and meeting the IRS safe harbor criteria. The key risks are excessive personal use (vacation home rules) and holding periods that are too short. KDA’s El Segundo real estate CPA team reviews your STR records before any sale to confirm 1031 eligibility and advise on any corrective steps needed. We’ve successfully structured 1031 exchanges for Airbnb and VRBO properties throughout El Segundo and the surrounding area.”
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“text”: “A 1031 exchange (named after IRC Section 1031) allows real estate investors to sell an investment property and defer all capital gains taxes and depreciation recapture by reinvesting the proceeds into a like-kind replacement property. There is no limit on how many times you can exchange, meaning you can defer taxes indefinitely and build wealth on a pre-tax basis. KDA’s El Segundo real estate CPA team plans 1031 exchanges from the moment you acquire a property — not just when you’re ready to sell — to ensure you maximize the tax deferral.”
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“name”: “What is the Section 121 exclusion and can I use it for investment property?”,
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“text”: “The Section 121 exclusion allows homeowners to exclude up to $250,000 ($500,000 married) of capital gains from the sale of their primary residence, provided they’ve owned and used it as their primary residence for at least 2 of the last 5 years. Investment properties do NOT qualify for the Section 121 exclusion. However, if you convert an investment property to your primary residence, live in it for 2+ years, and then sell, you may qualify for a partial exclusion. The exclusion does NOT apply to depreciation recapture — that portion is always taxable. KDA’s El Segundo team will model the Section 121 opportunity for any investment property you’re considering converting.”
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“name”: “What is the short-term rental tax loophole and how does it work?”,
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“text”: “The STR loophole is the #1 tax strategy for high-income W-2 earners in 2026, according to leading real estate CPAs. By purchasing an Airbnb or VRBO property with an average stay under 7 days and materially participating in its management, you can generate large paper losses (primarily from cost segregation and bonus depreciation) that directly offset your salary or business income. KDA’s El Segundo team will analyze your income profile, model the potential tax savings, and structure your STR investment to maximize the loophole.”
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“text”: “The Schedule E vs. Schedule C question for Airbnb income depends on services provided and average stay length. Most El Segundo Airbnb hosts report on Schedule E — which means no self-employment tax on profits, but passive activity rules apply to losses. The STR loophole converts those passive losses to active losses when you materially participate and average stay is ≤7 days. KDA’s team will review your Airbnb records, determine the correct reporting method, and maximize your deductions under either approach.”
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“text”: “Yes — this is called a ‘catch-up’ or ‘look-back’ cost segregation study, and it’s one of the most powerful strategies for investors who have owned properties for years without doing a study. Using IRS Form 3115, you can claim all the accelerated depreciation you should have taken in prior years as a single deduction in the current year. No amended returns required. KDA’s El Segundo team regularly identifies six-figure deduction opportunities for investors who thought they had already maximized their depreciation.”
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“name”: “How does the tax treatment differ for a REIT vs. direct real estate ownership?”,
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“text”: “The tax comparison between REITs and direct real estate for El Segundo investors strongly favors direct ownership for most high-income investors. REIT dividends are taxed at ordinary income rates (up to 37%), partially offset by the QBI deduction. Direct ownership generates depreciation deductions that often eliminate taxable income entirely, and gains are taxed at favorable capital gains rates with 1031 exchange deferral available. The only advantage of REITs is liquidity and simplicity. KDA’s team will model the after-tax returns of both approaches for your specific income level and investment goals.”
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“text”: “A short sale or foreclosure on rental property creates two potential tax events: (1) cancellation of debt (COD) income — if the lender forgives debt exceeding the property’s value, the forgiven amount is generally taxable income; (2) gain or loss on the disposition — calculated as the difference between the debt discharged (the ‘amount realized’) and your adjusted basis. For El Segundo investors, the COD income may be excludable if you’re insolvent at the time of the foreclosure (the insolvency exclusion). KDA’s team will calculate your tax exposure from a short sale or foreclosure and identify all available exclusions.”
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