Product Description

Many investors today are making huge profits on real estate investments. The key, however, in investing is not the profit, but what you actually get to keep after taxes. This new book will provide a road map with hundreds of methods and insider tax secrets to help you keep more of what you earn. Real estate investors face unique tax problems from the sale of real estate. You will learn how to implement tax savings programs successfully to reduce or eliminate the resulting income tax from the sale of real estate. You will learn how to use the IRS tax code to your advantage through depreciation, 1031 exchanges, shielding income, deferring income taxes, handling capital gains taxes, building wealth, creating a self-directed IRA, making installment sales, setting up annuity trusts and charitable remainder tax-advantaged trusts. You will learn about exemptions, exchange rules, tax shelters, tax-exclusion credits, sheltering your assets from creditors, and ultimately you will learn how you can retire rich and early with tax-free real estate investments.

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Product Details

Publisher	Atlantic Publishing Company (FL)
ISBN	1601380402
Format	Paperback
Author	Brian Kline
EAN	9781601380401
Label	Atlantic Publishing Company (FL)
Dewey Decimal Number	343.730546
Studio	Atlantic Publishing Company (FL)
Number Of Pages	288
Title	How to Pay Little or No Taxes on Your Real Estate Investments: What Smart Investors Need to Know - Explained Simply
Publication Date	2007-08-15
Manufacturer	Atlantic Publishing Company (FL)

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Customer Reviews

Sound Advice for Your Real Estate Investments!

Review by Pic-man, 2008-08-19

Despite the roller-coaster ride that is better known as the real estate market, real estate in and of itself remains - even in these volatile times -- a sound and practical investment. The trick -- explains author Brian Kline is his illuminating book "How to Pay Little or No Taxes on Your Real Estate Investments" -- is to know how to make your money work for you in the smartest possible way.

Not necessarily an easy read, but definitely an important resource for both the layman and professional - I give this book high marks not only for the time Kline spends explaining the ever-so-confusing tax code system into a concept as simple as "tax-code knowledge and application = profit" but also for his thorough examination of the multiple methods available for deferring or eliminating taxes to fit the reader's specific needs, goals and objectives.

Furthermore, Kline does a great job of personalizing all the legal and technical jargon with a nice mix of real-world examples. Even going so far as to include several case studies offered up by many of today's real estate big shots who use the principals outlined in this book.

Of particular interest to me was Chapter 9: Wealth Goals and Strategies, in which Kline addresses such topics as Passive vs. Active Income, Risk Limits and Getting Started Strategies. It's true says Kline that with the accumulation of wealth comes experience and knowledge. But how does the novice get to that point? This book will show you how. Kline goes on to note that an experienced investor will recognize a misrepresented property or profits. The experienced investor likely has a feel for business cycles and is better suited to optimize the buy and sell timing. Chapter 9 alone is worth the price of admission. Remember, every individual has a different tolerance for risk. The key is not taking risks that you cannot afford.

Also of particular interest are Kline's explanation, demonstration and practical application of Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA) and how they can be used to acquire and - more importantly -- shield wealth. According to Kline, IRA's can be invested in anything the owner believes will bring a good return on investment. And anything that brings in a good return is a good thing.

Now I freely admit that if you're a novice investor like myself, its easy to get derailed with the never-ending use of acronyms, technical and financial terms. My advice to you: read and re-read. Familiarity breeds confidence and this book of knowledge contains all the secrets you need to translate that first real estate purchase and turn it into the cornerstone of a real estate empire. Donald Trump could pick up a hint or two as well.

Kline points out that "...Historically, real estate outperforms the stock market's" and that "...Real estate investing can be one of the surest and most dependable methods of systematically acquiring wealth." If that is true - and I certainly believe that it is, then Kline's book, "How to Pay Little or No Taxes on Your Real Estate Investments" is certainly a step in the right direction.

I give the book 5 stars.

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A difficult subject made easy...

Review by J. Green, 2008-07-14

With the recent housing market slump, Brian Kline offers readers advice on protecting their investments while still turning a profit. He effectively uses existing tax codes to teach readers how to accumulate wealth through real estate investments. His methods and advice on using such strategies, like the 1031 exchange, are conducted within the legal limits of the law.

Many times, the topics discussed quickly become boring with legal jargon an industry talk. While some of this is necessary, Kline does a nice job of mixing in real-life examples. He accompanies these examples with charts and "the math" completed so the reader can easily understand the topic of discussion. Throughout the book, he offers several case studies of industry leaders using several of the topics he discusses. These offer real world application for his advice.

Kline explains how Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA) can be used to acquire and shield wealth. IRA's can be invested in anything the owner believes will bring a good return on investment. Charitable remainder trusts eliminate capital gains and create a charitable tax deduction. He even offers readers a step-by-step, in-depth look at 1031 exchanges, and how they function.

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Straightforward information that will save you money

Review by J. South, 2008-01-31

This book was well written, straightforward, and easy for the layperson to understand, as well as someone familiar with the real estate industry. It introduces the reader to real estate terminology and outlines a number of strategies to legitimately increase wealth through real estate. It gives in-depth information on the 1031 exchange, charitable trusts, etc. The author takes excerpts of the tax law to supplement the strategies he outlines, which is helpful and indicates the validity of his suggestions. The case examples give the reader an understanding of how they can make wise choices at various stages of real estate acquisition, ownership, improvement and sales. The author lists conditions necessary to take advantage of the various strategies and plans available, and also includes information on prohibited transactions. He uses tables to illustrate the gains to be made using the strategies, and includes a chapter that takes the reader step-by-step through the process of preparing a wealth strategy. The final chapter is an account of a fictional couple, and their experience in real estate investment, utilizing the strategies provided by the author. I would recommend this to anyone considering an investment in real estate, and also to realtors and other professionals in the industry.

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Wonderful book on taxes and real estate!

Review by Sandra Hutchinson, 2008-01-17

I've been looking into the possibility of real estate investment, but I got concerned about a number of things, including capital gains taxes. When I first saw the title, I was afraid that it was another "get-rich-quick" book. I was delighted to see that it wasn't. The book focuses on how to reduce your taxes legally and how to plan your real estate investments. I appreciated both emphases.

I had never realized that my retirement account could be a source for funds for investing. The book provides careful and detailed advice about the possibilities, limitations, and the pitfalls of doing that. I'm also new enough to real estate that I'd never heard of 1031 exchanges or installment sales before, but those sections were especially clear and in depth. I'd heard of trusts, of course, and was impressed by the wealth of material provided. Another helpful feature was the numerous case studies. I learned a lot from this book.

This isn't a book that you'd pick up for an evening's casual reading, but it is clear and detailed. If you're looking into the possibility of real estate investment, I'd recommend it.

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Helpful resource

Review by Lisa A. Rufle, 2007-12-03

With the current state of our unsteady economy, investing can be a daunting and downright frightening prospect. The average person wants the security of knowing that their investments are working for them in the best possible way. Many people are intimidated by the idea of investing in real estate, but by doing some research, those fears can be alleviated. In fact, by gaining some basic knowledge of tax codes, you will discover that there are many financial opportunities for a savvy investor who knows how to use them to their advantage.

Brian Kline's book provides average people with expert advice and know-how to reap greater profits in real estate investments. Kline delves into the often-confusing world of taxes and fishes out the good stuff - giving readers little known "secrets" to maximize their investments. Essential topics such as depreciation, 1031 exchanges, and capital gains tax are explained in a reader-friendly manner, with plenty of case study examples. The book is also chock-full of charts and portions of the IRS tax codes that provide the beginning investor with practical information and handy references.

This book also has a lot to offer the intermediate investor. The wealth of information devoted to 1031 exchanges alone gives the seasoned investor plenty of new avenues by which to increase their income. The material presented is also up-to-date, with a majority of the tax codes as recent as 2006, which makes this a useful refresher for the advanced investor to skim through for any changes and updates.

Overall, this book serves the needs of the novice and advanced investor alike, who are both looking for ways to use the many real estate tax advantages available to them to accumulate their wealth. This is a book you will refer to over and over again for practical information and deserves a spot on any serious investor's bookshelf.

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