305. Passive or Non-Passive: What’s New for Short-Term Rentals in 2025

In this episode, Thomas and Ryan walk you through the short-term rental loophole updates to keep an eye on this year. This episode explores: - The passive activity rules and why the short-term rental strategy is a game-changer. - Material participation tests and the most popular ways to qualify. - How to use cost segregation and bonus depreciation for massive savings. - Common mistakes to avoid and tips to set your business up for audit-proof success. - Changes to expect in 2025 and navigating local regulations. This episode is for any high-income earner or real estate investor looking to save five to six figures in taxes. Plus, learn about resources to ensure you're leveraging every possible strategy to minimize your tax bill. To become a client, request a consultation from Hall CPA, PLLC at go.therealestatecpa.com/3KSEev6 Want crucial tax tips? Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.therealestatecpa.com/subscribe Join the Tax Smart Insiders Community: go.therealestatecpa.com/3Xx1Cpd Check out Thomas's new YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@thomascastelli 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.