Amanda Han | Real Estate CPA & Tax Strat

Most people don't realize how much the tax code actually favors property owners. Owning a home isn't just a milestone, it can come with real tax advantages. Here are some of the most common ones homeowners may qualify for: ✅ Mortgage interest deduc...

This is one of those strategies that surprises people the first time they hear it. Not because it's complicated… but because no one ever explained how it works or when it actually makes sense to use. Like most tax strategies, the opportunity isn't ...

Most CPAs weren't trained on short-term rental tax strategy… and it shows. We see it all the time. Investors being told they: • need real estate professional status (you don't for STRs) • make too much money to benefit (there are no income limits) ...

How a vacation house can be a tax strategy ⬇️ Short term rentals are treated differently in the tax code than long term rentals. When structured correctly, they can generate large paper losses through cost segregation and bonus depreciation that of...

Most people think tax strategies start with deductions. That's why they stay stuck. What made the difference here wasn't finding more write-offs. It was stepping back and looking at how their income, time, and goals could work together. For this c...

Summer camp = $$$ But what if it could help you save on taxes? If you're a working parent with children under 13, you may qualify for the Child and Dependent Care Credit. Here's the catch: ✅ The camp must allow you (and your spouse, if filing joint...

The STR strategy gets talked about a lot online, but what most people miss is how specific the requirements actually are. It's not just about buying a short-term rental. It's about how the property is used, how your time is spent, and how everything...

Most people think making more money is the answer. But if you don't understand taxes… you'll just keep more of the same problem. The reality is: the wealthy don't just earn more they keep more. That's because they use the tax code strategically. ...

A lot of people hear "write off a car" and immediately think it's a loophole. It's not. It's a real tax rule, but it's also one of the most misunderstood. I've seen people buy vehicles assuming the full cost will be deductible, without realizing t...

If you're a high-income earner, there's a good chance you're overpaying on taxes… and don't even realize it. Not because you're doing anything wrong But because most CPAs focus on filing, not strategy. In this free Tax-Free Wealth Masterclass, we'r...

A lot of people focus on increasing income, but don't realize how much of it is being lost simply based on how it's earned. The tax code treats different types of income very differently. Without diversification in how income is generated, it can li...

This is one of the biggest misunderstandings I see with real estate investors. They focus on scaling their portfolio first, thinking REPS will come with it. But the IRS isn't looking at how many doors you have… they're looking at how you spend your ...

The STR loophole doesn't work.....all the other CPAs saying it doesnt work is RIGHT! April fools! Of course it works. We've had a handful of audits pass successfully where investors: – self-managed – met material participation – tracked all their h...

A lot of tax strategies focus on what you can do today. But some of the most powerful ones are about how you exit your investments. The step-up in basis is one of those rules that can completely change the long-term tax outcome of a portfolio. It's...

How business owners may be able to write off vehicles in 2026 👇 Certain vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) over 6,000 lbs may qualify for accelerated deductions under Section 179 and bonus depreciation when used for business. That m...

The STR strategy can be powerful… but only if the fundamentals are there first. I've seen people justify bad deals because the tax savings "make it worth it." Or buy in markets they don't understand just because they personally like the location. T...

If you're an Airbnb host hitting $100K in bookings, congrats. But here's what that actually looks like after the platform and the IRS take their cut. Airbnb fees alone can run you $3,000+. Add income taxes at the top bracket, and you could be handi...

Confess below if you swiped 😂 I joke… but this is exactly how people get themselves in trouble. Most investors don't set out to do anything illegal. They just try to cut corners. Bad advice. Things they saw online. Strategies without context. Th...

Every mom just wants her kids to think she's cool 😂 Mission accomplished! Thank you, .831, Beast Games winner! And guys… Jeffrey Allen is one of the coolest people I ever met as well. He is doing some amazing things for medical research to help his...

Most people trade time for money. Then lose a huge chunk of that money to taxes. And repeat the cycle every year. That's the trap. The wealthiest investors don't just work harder. They structure their income differently. They put their money to wo...