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real estate investing professional status reps qualify taxes passive income 2026 5

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The article discusses the real estate professional status (REPS) tax strategy, which allows investors to offset active income with rental losses. This is a tax planning mechanism, not a commercial market event. No direct impact on commodity prices, supply chains, or company margins. The mechanism is weak and limited to individual tax benefits.

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  • Paul Tessmer-Tuck transitioned to part-time work to qualify for REPS, dedicating over 750 hours annually to real estate activities.
  • The Tessmer-Tucks built a 16-property rental portfolio between 2020 and 2026.
  • REPS allows one spouse to offset active income with rental losses, often called the 'marital loophole'.
  • Kenji Asakura reduced his hospital work since 2015 to qualify for REPS.
  • Proper documentation of hours spent on real estate is crucial to withstand IRS scrutiny.

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