Episodes

Tuesday Jan 14, 2025
Tuesday Jan 14, 2025
Are you classified as a real estate dealer or investor? Does it make a difference? Today, we’ll explore the distinctions between a dealer and an investor, along with the tax implications of each classification. Ryan will also review the Winthrop factors that assist taxpayers in determining their status as a dealer or investor.
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Tuesday Jan 07, 2025
Tuesday Jan 07, 2025
Ryan discusses the findings from the court case Agarwal v. Commission T.C. Summary Opinion 2009-29, which ruled that real estate agents are considered to be in the brokerage real property business for the purposes of REPS eligibility.
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Tuesday Dec 31, 2024
Tuesday Dec 31, 2024
In today’s discussion, we’ll cover the treatment of suspended passive losses when you sell your rental property.
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Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
In this podcast, Ryan speaks with Jordan McGregor, founder of PropertyCast.io, about the impact of financial literacy and objective analysis on real estate investing, and how leveraging software like PropertyCast.io can enhance deal evaluation, ensure accuracy, and create professional reports for more confident investment decisions.
Get in touch with Jordan:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mcgregor45/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialjordanmcgregor/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialjordanmcgregor
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jordan-mcgregor-70735b19
Website: https://www.propertycast.io/
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Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Ryan takes another look at the Corporate Transparency Act and how it affects most small businesses. Discover what you need to do.
NOTE - after this episode was recorded and shortly before release a Federal District Court issued and order prohibiting enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act. The ultimate outcome is still unknown.
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Tuesday Dec 03, 2024
Tuesday Dec 03, 2024
In this episode, Ryan and Zach Wesolick, co-founder of ProCapitist Properties, discuss how having a strong network is key to unlocking opportunities and achieving sustained success in the world of real estate.
Get in touch with Zack:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zwessolleck?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachwessolleck_realtor/?igsh=MWN2bzBnanR4YmY3cQ%3D%3D
Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/grid-woodbridge/
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Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
In today’s discussion, Ryan covers year-end tax planning strategies for real estate investors, operating businesses, and W2 employees, providing tips on maximizing deductions, deferring income, and taking advantage of tax-saving opportunities before the end of 2024.
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Tuesday Nov 19, 2024
Tuesday Nov 19, 2024
Is qualifying as a Real Estate Professional essential for profitable real estate investing?
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Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
Ryan explores various retirement plans, focusing on contribution limits and income restrictions.
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Tuesday Nov 05, 2024
Tuesday Nov 05, 2024
Ryan shares how Opportunity Zones can provide significant tax benefits. It's one of the top tax strategies available.
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