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Does a Real Estate Agent Always Qualify for Real Estate Professional Status (REPS)?

Real estate agents hear about Real Estate Professional Status (REPS) at networking events, in forums, and in tax strategy guides — and with good reason. When claimed properly, REPS can allow taxpayers to treat rental real estate losses as non-passive, enabling those losses to offset other ordinary income. For some taxpayers this dramatically reduces tax liability. But here’s the important caveat: holding a real estate license alone does not automatically qualify someone for REPS. Many licensed agents incorrectly assume they meet the IRS requirements. In reality, qualifying for REPS depends on the type of activities performed, how much time is spent on those activities, and whether the taxpayer materially participates in rental real estate. This article explains what REPS is,

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December 16, 2025
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Accounting for Real Estate Development Projects: Key Considerations

When it comes to real estate development, the numbers tell the real story. You can have premium land, a well-known architect, and strong investor backing—but if your accounting isn’t structured correctly, profitability can disappear quickly. At CCN Business Consulting, we work closely with developers, investors, and construction firms to ensure financial clarity from acquisition to project exit. In this guide, we break down the core accounting principles every real estate developer must understand to protect capital, maintain compliance, and maximize returns. Why Proper Accounting Matters in Real Estate Development Real estate development is capital-intensive, long-term, and financially layered. Projects move through acquisition, entitlement, construction, stabilization, and sale—each phase with its own accounting challenges. Poor accounting practices can lead to: On

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December 16, 2025
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Year-End Planning for Rental Property Owners: What to Do Before December 31

Owning rental real estate offers many advantages – consistent income, appreciation potential, tax-deductible expenses and depreciation benefits. But these potential advantages don’t just happen automatically. As we approach the end of the calendar year, there’s a finite window of time to take action so that the tax- and business-strategy you’ve been building actually pays off. At CCN Business Consulting, we work with property owners to ensure they aren’t just doing things “the right” way — they’re doing things in the right time frame. The steps you take now (before December 31) can determine whether you capture these benefits for this tax year — or force you to wait another year. In this post we’ll cover: Why Year-End Planning Matters for

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December 1, 2025
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Tracking Real-Estate Investment Performance: Why the Right KPIs Make All the Difference

Investing in real estate offers significant opportunities — but it also demands clarity and discipline. At CCN Business Consulting, we see many investors make one consistent mistake: they own the asset but don’t actively monitor how it’s performing against clear benchmarks. When you skip that step, you risk not knowing when to hold, when to pivot, or when to exit. That’s where Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) come into play. They’re not just nice‐to‐haves; they are your performance dashboard. If you’re serious about growing your real-estate holdings and making them work for you, tracking the right KPIs will give you the insight you need. What Are KPIs in Real Estate and Why They Matter A KPI (Key Performance Indicator) is a

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November 30, 2025

Reporting to Investors in Real-Estate Syndications: What You Must Get Right

When you engage in real-estate syndications, the capital you raise becomes paired with expectations — not just of property performance, but of communication, transparency, and professional stewardship. At CCN Business Consulting, we often remind syndicators and sponsors that excellent investor reporting isn’t optional; it’s foundational to trust, credibility, and long-term success. This article outlines the key elements of effective investor reporting, explains why they matter, and offers concrete steps to ensure your reporting process strengthens your investor relationships rather than undermines them. 1. Set Clear Expectations From the Start Before the first dollar of equity is deployed, you should communicate how you’ll engage with your investors. That means specifying: By defining this up front, you establish a standard and avoid

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November 29, 2025

Does Every Real Estate Investor Qualify for the Maximum Tax Benefits?

Real estate has long been celebrated as one of the most powerful wealth-building vehicles. From rental income and appreciation to long-term tax advantages, it offers opportunities many investors never fully utilize. At CCN Business Consulting, we work closely with real estate clients who want to optimize their tax position — but here’s a common misconception we must correct right away: Not every real estate investor automatically qualifies for the most favorable tax benefits. Tax advantages aren’t guaranteed simply because you own property. They’re tied to how involved you are, how your activities are structured, and whether your participation meets very specific standards. This article breaks down what truly qualifies an investor to unlock powerful tax benefits — and why many

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November 28, 2025