These two elements often get overlooked in the excitement of deal-making, but they play a critical role in the long-term success and sustainability of your investment journey.A well-thought-out tax strategy helps ensure you're maximizing all available deductions, utilizing the most favorable tax structures, and ultimately keeping more of your hard-earned income.

That’s the kind of leverage you earn after 5,000+ doors.Most folks don’t have that kind of network or history, which is why I’ve been building a tool that helps level the playing field.

I mean, yeah, the numbers work and it makes me like an extra $651 a month. 

Capital is not an issue for me I can easily put the extra money down and have reserves but I'm leaning towards not doing it because it would still just be less out of pocket taking the hit every month. 

But it doesn't.Real learning happens in the doing.In the phone calls that feel awkward.In the deals that don’t go perfect.In lessons you cannot get from a textbook.Street smarts are earned by taking action, making mistakes, and adjusting fast.If you’re still waiting to feel ready you’ll be waiting forever.

Some markets are oversaturated or don't earn enough. 

Holding rentals in an IRA adds little extra benefit.Your IRA is not allowed to run as a business like flipping or you pay what is called UBIT tax.

If the numbers still work with the extra cushion, there are deals to be made in todays market.

Problem is only "RE pros" get to do it.There are 3 income classifications in the US - Active, Portfolio, and PassiveActive income is income derived from your job, or normal trade or business.Portfolio income is derived from bank instruments - stocks, bonds, etc.Passive income is income earned from investments.Active losses can wipe out both passive and portfolio income, but it doesn't work the other way around.Portfolio (capital) losses are limited to $3,000 annually.Passive losses can only be offset by passive gains.Real estate rental income by its nature is deemed passive per IRC Sec 469One way to get around it is to become a pro - spend more than 750 hours or 1/2 your time in real estate.But most folks aren't real estate pros.

Proactive tax planning helps you leverage deductions, choose optimal structures, and keep more of what you earn.