Bill Smith, Author at ELB Consulting

Tax Day Can Sometimes Feel Like a Bad Moon Rising

by Bill Smith | Sep 16, 2024 | Uncategorized

Not if you are a Real Estate Investor who can claim 80% Bonus Depreciation September 16th is finally here, and many business owners feel the familiar dread. It’s tax filing day, looming like a “bad moon rising” on the horizon. For those who extended, the...

Mobile Home & RV Park Cost Segregation Variables

by Bill Smith | Sep 11, 2024 | Uncategorized

Isn’t it all just 15 year property? So why do I need to pay for Cost Segregation Study? Contrary to popular belief, a Mobile Home Park (MHP) or Recreational Vehicle Park (RVP) are not all qualified as 15-year property. And while 15-year property does play a...

Speculating on the Possibility of Fed Interest Rate Reduction in 2024

by Bill Smith | Jan 29, 2024 | Uncategorized

The key word being “speculating”… as no one really knows We are on the eve of the January Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) Meeting the Tuesday and Wednesday the 30th and 31st. The first on in 2024. Business network pundits, savvy business...

Navigating the New Year in CRE Investing

by Bill Smith | Dec 29, 2023 | Uncategorized

Many Factors Impact Real Estate Investing Decisions As we step into the new year, real estate investors may find themselves at a crossroads of opportunity and uncertainty. The real estate market tides are ever-changing. Even small variations can impact your...

Have you reflected on your 2023 tax strategy?

by Bill Smith | Nov 29, 2023 | Uncategorized

Year-end is here. Your tax planning time is short. Real estate investment provides significant tax incentives. As we enter this final month of 2023, commercial real estate owners are at a pivotal point for tax planning. When navigating the complex landscape of...