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“name”: “What is depreciation recapture and how do I minimize it?”,
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“text”: “Depreciation recapture is unavoidable if you sell outright — but it is entirely deferrable. A 1031 exchange defers recapture indefinitely. A Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) exchange provides a passive 1031 option for investors who want to exit active management. Dying with the property eliminates recapture entirely through the stepped-up basis. KDA’s Los Alamitos real estate CPA team will model all exit scenarios and show you the after-tax proceeds under each option before you make any decisions.”
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“text”: “In an inflationary environment, Los Alamitos real estate investors face a specific tax challenge: depreciation deductions are fixed in nominal dollars, but the tax savings they generate decline in real (inflation-adjusted) terms over time. A $10,000 depreciation deduction in 2035 is worth less in real terms than the same deduction today. The solution is front-loading depreciation through cost segregation and bonus depreciation — taking the maximum deductions as early as possible. KDA’s team will model the inflation-adjusted value of different depreciation strategies for your Los Alamitos properties.”
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“text”: “In competitive Los Alamitos real estate markets, the standard 1031 exchange timeline — sell first, then find a replacement within 45 days — can be extremely challenging. A reverse exchange solves this by letting you buy first, then sell. The IRS allows reverse exchanges under Revenue Procedure 2000-37, with a 180-day window to sell the relinquished property after acquiring the replacement. KDA’s Los Alamitos team has coordinated reverse exchanges and will guide you through the additional complexity and costs involved.”
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“text”: “Ground leases offer Los Alamitos landowners a way to generate long-term passive income without selling appreciated land — avoiding capital gains tax while creating a perpetual income stream. The tax treatment is straightforward: ground lease payments are rental income, taxed at ordinary rates. The landowner retains the land (no depreciation, no capital gains trigger) and receives rent for decades. For developers, ground lease payments are deductible, and the improvements they build are depreciable. KDA’s team will structure ground lease arrangements to optimize the tax position for both parties.”
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“name”: “What is a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) and how does it work in a 1031 exchange?”,
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“text”: “A Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) is a passive real estate investment vehicle that qualifies as like-kind property for 1031 exchange purposes. DSTs allow investors to exchange out of an active rental property and into a fractional interest in a large institutional property (apartment complex, industrial facility, net-lease retail) without active management responsibilities. The key benefits: (1) no management headaches; (2) access to institutional-quality properties; (3) qualifies for 1031 exchange; (4) minimum investments typically $100,000–$250,000. The drawback: no control over the property and limited liquidity. KDA’s Los Alamitos team will evaluate whether a DST is the right 1031 exchange replacement property for your situation.”
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“name”: “How do I handle real estate investments in a divorce?”,
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“text”: “Divorce involving real estate creates complex tax issues for Los Alamitos property owners. Key points: (1) transfers of property between spouses incident to divorce are generally tax-free under IRC Section 1041 — no gain or loss is recognized; (2) the receiving spouse takes the transferring spouse’s adjusted basis (including accumulated depreciation); (3) if the marital home is sold, the Section 121 exclusion may apply if both spouses meet the ownership and use tests; (4) rental property transferred in divorce retains its depreciation schedule and passive loss history. KDA’s Los Alamitos team will advise on the tax implications of real estate division in divorce and help you negotiate the most tax-efficient settlement.”
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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 Los Alamitos 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 Los Alamitos and the surrounding area.”
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“text”: “The $25,000 allowance is the ‘consolation prize’ passive loss rule for middle-income rental property owners. If your AGI is under $100,000 and you actively participate in your rental, you can deduct up to $25,000 in rental losses against your W-2 income. The allowance phases out at $50 cents per dollar of AGI between $100,000 and $150,000. For most Los Alamitos investors earning above $150,000, this allowance is completely phased out — making REPS or the STR loophole the only paths to unlocking rental losses. KDA’s team will identify which strategy applies to your income level.”
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“text”: “If you’re asking when to hire a real estate CPA, the answer is immediately. Every month without a tax strategy is a month of missed deductions. The IRS gives real estate investors extraordinary tax advantages — depreciation, cost segregation, 1031 exchanges, REPS — but only if you know how to use them. KDA’s Los Alamitos team will audit your current tax position in a free consultation and show you exactly what you’ve been leaving on the table.”
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