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February 25, 2026 David Charles, Samantha Kite

The Written Binding Contract Rule’s Impact on Bonus Depreciation in Real Estate

Recent IRS guidance on eligibility of 100% bonus depreciation under the OBBBA proves eligibility for full expensing in 2025 and even 2026 is subject to critical timing requirements.

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February 24, 2026 Nick Antonopoulos

Capitalization, Impairment and Foresight for Real Estate Development Projects

Capitalization of costs, interest capitalization and impairment testing are important in real estate accounting, but so are broader issues that can elevate financial reporting to a strategic asset.

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February 10, 2026 Karen Raghanti

New York Enacts and Refines Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting for LLCs

New York recently issued guidance removing the reporting requirement for LLCs formed in New York. Learn about the changes and new requirements.

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February 04, 2026 Asha Shettigar, Agata Orzechowska

Proposed Regulations Remove Look-Through Rule for Domestically Controlled REITs

In October 2025, the U.S. Treasury and IRS published proposed regulations that could encourage foreign investment in the real estate market. REITs should assess the impact.

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January 20, 2026 Jon Marshall

The Importance of Real Estate Appraisals in Estate and Gift Tax Returns

Accurate real estate appraisals play a crucial role in estate planning, particularly when it comes to navigating the complexities of estate and gift tax returns.

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January 15, 2026 Nick Antonopoulos

Navigating SEC Audits for REITs: Your Guide to Rules S-X 3-14, S-X 3-05 and S-X 3-09

This comprehensive guide breaks down the critical audit requirements REIT executives, CFOs and compliance officers need to master to help ensure seamless SEC audit compliance and readiness.

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December 22, 2025 Michael McGivney

Bonus Depreciation Beats Section 179 Expense (When 163(j) Interest Limits Apply)

While bonus depreciation and Section 179 expense may seem interchangeable after the OBBBA, be aware of an important difference in how each provision impacts allowed interest expense under Sec. 163(j).

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December 17, 2025 Asha Shettigar, Agata Orzechowska

8 Most Significant Private Letter Rulings Impacting REITs in 2025

Explore the top IRS private letter rulings in 2025 that are shaping REIT tax planning, offering insight into IRS positions and helping advisers navigate compliance for REITs.

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December 12, 2025 Asha Shettigar, Dave Sobochan, Agata Orzechowska

Year-End Tax Planning Strategies and Updates for REITs and Real Estate Funds

As 2025 draws to a close, REITs and real estate funds face a critical window for tax planning, compliance and strategic decision making. Optimize your year-end actions and prepare for 2026.

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December 02, 2025 Ray Polantz, Robert Venables

2025 Year-End Tax Planning Guide for Private Companies

With year-end approaching, it's time for businesses to proactively plan for and execute on tax opportunities to help ease their 2025 tax burden. New this year is the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which contains numerous tax law extensions as well as new provisions that may be impactful....

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November 14, 2025 Michael McGivney

Certain Partnership Transactions May Benefit from a “Hidden Bonus” in Bonus Depreciation

Explore the eligibility of Sec. 743(b) for bonus depreciation, the regulatory framework permitting its limited usage and practical considerations.

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November 12, 2025 Jonathan Williamson

3 Actions U.S. Clean Energy Developers Must Take in an Uncertain Environment

Learn about FEOC requirements, Beginning of Construction (BOC) thresholds, and tax considerations for alternative financing and investing structures.

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September 23, 2025 Dave Sobochan, Adam Hill

Q2 2025 National Real Estate & Construction Market & Legislative Update

Q2 saw important shifts in the office, retail, industrial and multi-family sectors. Key developments from the OBBBA will also impact the industry’s future trajectory.

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September 18, 2025 Nick Antonopoulos

Step-by-Step Guide to Recording Your Real Estate Purchase: From Closing to the General Ledger

The purchase of real estate is an exciting step for your business, but there are some key accounting considerations to address to ensure your financial records reflect the true economics of the deal. Properly recording the closing statement in your journal entries is one of them — and it...

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September 05, 2025 Michael Boncher, Ray Polantz, Asha Shettigar, Robert Venables, James Kaptur, David Charles, Patrick Walsh

Foreign Income Tax, REITs, Real Estate and More in August Issue of AICPA Tax Adviser

Honoring our firm’s decades-long tradition, I was fortunate to serve as editor of the 2025 August Tax Clinic edition of the AICPA’s Tax Adviser. Each year we author articles that focus on high-complexity, high-impact areas of the tax code to help clarify these technical topics for the...

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August 26, 2025 Brooke Fullenkamp, Tyler Rose

6 Most Common GAAP Accounting Challenges for Renewable Energy (And How to Avoid Them)

The accounting infrastructure you have can make or break your next project. Discover the most common GAAP accounting challenges in renewable energy and how to overcome them.

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August 15, 2025 Jeffrey McMichael

One Big Beautiful Bill Up Close: Bonus Depreciation for U.S. Manufacturing Facilities

Bonus depreciation under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act can provide meaningful benefits for U.S.-based manufacturers. Learn how to take advantage of the provision.

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August 05, 2025 Dave Sobochan, Asha Shettigar

Critical Tax Considerations for REIT Roll Ups and IPOs

Understanding the tax considerations for Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) roll-ups and initial public offerings (IPOs) is crucial for maximizing investor returns and ensuring regulatory compliance.

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July 21, 2025 Joe Falbo

One Big Beautiful Bill Up Close: Tax Impact for High-Net-Worth Individuals

OBBBA imposes five key provisions set to reshape tax strategies for high-net-worth individuals. Understanding the implications is extremely important.

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July 21, 2025 Jonathan Williamson, Stephen Fisher

One, Big, Beautiful Bill Up Close: Tax Impact for Private Equity and Registered Funds

Posted by Jon Williamson and Stephen FisherOn July 4, 2025, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law, altering the tax landscape for the near and long-term. Much like the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), the impact of the OBBBA is dependent on each taxpayer’s...

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