375. Why S Corporations Are a Disaster for Rental Properties (And How to Get Out)

If you’ve ever been told to put your rental properties in an S corporation…this episode could save you thousands (or more) in taxes. In this episode of the Tax Smart REI Podcast, Thomas Castelli and Nate Sosa break down one of the most common and expensive mistakes real estate investors make: holding rental properties inside an S corp. They cover: - Why S corporations don’t work for rental real estate - The hidden tax traps that can cost you big later - What happens when your property appreciates (and you want out) - Whether there’s any way to exit an S corp tax-free (spoiler: not really) - When S Corps actually do make sense in real estate Plus, they answer a common listener question: How many rental properties do you really need to qualify for Real Estate Professional Status? To become a client, request a consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC at go.therealestatecpa.com/3KSEev6 Get the FREE Ultimate STR Tax Strategy Bundle: go.therealestatecpa.com/strbundle Submit your question for Tom & Nathan: go.therealestatecpa.com/question The Tax Smart Real Estate Investors podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests. Any mention of third-party vendors, products, or services does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. You should conduct your own due diligence before engaging with any vendor.