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Tax Aspects of Selling a Home 2 Credits

  • Lawrence Pon

    CPA/PFS, CFP, EA, USTCP, AEP
  • Rating

    4.7
  • Reviewed on

    February, 2024
  • Subject Area

    Taxes

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Nov 08, 03:00 PM ET

Learning Objective

  • To discuss the rules and limitations of the Section 121 exclusion and how to apply them in residential real estate sales.
  • To recognize the tax implications of selling vacant land adjacent to principal residences and the conditions that must be met for tax benefits.
  • To analyze and evaluate the tax treatment of second homes and vacation homes, including capital gains, capital losses, and depreciation recapture.
  • To explain the benefits and rules of Section 1031 exchanges and how to effectively utilize them to defer capital gains.
  • To explore the advantages of Qualified Opportunity Zones for deferring and excluding capital gains and identify the timeline for reinvestment.

Course Overview

Are you ready to enhance your knowledge and expertise in real estate taxation? Join our Continuing Professional Education course led by the highly regarded expert, Lawrence Pon, and unlock the secrets to navigating the complex world of real estate transactions and taxation. This course will provide you with the essential insights and strategies to excel in the ever-evolving real estate market.

In this enlightening webinar, you'll explore the intricate details of the Section 121 exclusion for residential real estate sales. It will provide you with a deep understanding of how to maximize tax savings when selling vacant land adjacent to principal residences. You'll also uncover the hidden tax implications associated with second homes and vacation properties, including capital gains, capital losses, and depreciation recapture.

Join us and learn how to strategically leverage Section 1031 exchanges to effectively defer and exclude capital gains in real estate transactions. Dive into the world of Qualified Opportunity Zones and understand how they can be harnessed to defer and exclude capital gains while complying with specific timelines for reinvestment. Explore the various charitable giving strategies in the context of real estate, such as charitable remainder trusts and property donations to charitable organizations.

Key topics covered in this CE Tax webinar:

  • Section 121 Exclusion for Residential Real Estate Sales
  • Gain from the Sale of Land Adjacent to Principal Residences
  • Taxation of Second Homes and Vacation Homes
  • Leveraging Section 1031 Exchange for Tax Benefits
  • Exploring the Benefits of Qualified Opportunity Zones
  • Charitable Giving Strategies in Real Estate

Don't miss out on this opportunity to advance your career and gain a competitive edge in the field of real estate taxation. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just beginning your journey, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in this dynamic and complex industry.

Looking to fulfill your Enrolled Agent (EA) Continuing Education (CE) requirements? MY-CPE online Enrolled Agent CE courses are the best for you. Earn EA CE Credits while enhancing your domain knowledge and expertise in diverse tax regulations and practices. Our courses are designed to provide you with the latest updates and deep insights to keep you ahead in your field. With flexible scheduling and a user-friendly platform, MY-CPE offers you a greater convenient and interactive learning experience. Join MY-CPE today and take the next step in advancing your career as an Enrolled Agent. 

  • 2 CPE Credit of Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US)
  • 2 General Credit of Taxes for Accountant/Bookkeeper/Tax Professionals
  • 2 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01772-23-S)
  • 2 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01772-23-S)
  • 2 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-1415)
  • 2 CPD Credit of General income tax planning for Personal Financial Specialist (PFS)
  • 2 CE Credit of Tax Planning for Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC)
  • 2 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01772-23-S)
  • 2 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01772-23-S)
  • 2 CE Credit of Tax Planning for Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP)
  • 2 CE Credit of Taxes for Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) (Approval No. 23MYCPE053)

    Valid upto : Dec 31, 2024

  • 2 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01772-23-S)
  • 2 CE Credit of Tax Planning for Financial Services Certified Professional (FSCP)
  • 2 CE Credit of Tax Planning for Wealth Management Certified Professional (WMCP)
  • 2 CE Credit of Taxes for Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) (Approval No. 23MYCPE053)

    Valid upto : Dec 31, 2024

  • 2 CE Credit of Tax Planning for Chartered Advisor in Senior Living (CASL)
  • 2 CPE Credit of Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA)
  • 2 CE Credit of Taxes for Retirement Management Advisor (RMA) (Approval No. 23MYCPE053)

    Valid upto : Dec 31, 2024

  • 2 CPE Credit of Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA)
  • 2 CPE Credit of Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA)
  • 2 CE Credit of Tax Planning for Chartered Special Needs Consultant (ChSNC)

  • 2 CPE Credit of Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US)
  • 2 General Credit of Taxes for Accountant/Bookkeeper/Tax Professionals
  • 2 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01772-23-O)
  • 2 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01772-23-O)
  • 2 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-1415)
  • 2 CPD Credit of Taxes for Personal Financial Specialist (PFS)
  • 2 CE Credit of Taxes for Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC)
  • 2 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01772-23-O)
  • 2 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01772-23-O)
  • 2 CE Credit of Taxes for Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP)
  • 2 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01772-23-O)
  • 2 CE Credit of Taxes for Financial Services Certified Professional (FSCP)
  • 2 CE Credit of Taxes for Wealth Management Certified Professional (WMCP)
  • 2 CE Credit of Taxes for Chartered Advisor in Senior Living (CASL)
  • 2 CPE Credit of Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA)
  • 2 CE Credit of Taxes for Chartered Special Needs Consultant (ChSNC)
  • 2 CPE Credit of Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA)
  • 2 CPE Credit of Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA)

Additional Information

Credits

2

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study
Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

Lawrence Pon is a Certified Public Accountant, Personal Financial Specialist, Certified Financial Planner, Enrolled Agent, United States Tax Court Practitioner, and Accredited Estate Planner in Redwood Shores, CA 

Mr. Pon has been in tax practice since 1986 and speaks regularly to tax professionals and financial advisors on the latest tax planning and preparation topics.  

Mr. Pon enjoys helping his clients reach their financial goals through comprehensive tax planning and financial planning. 

Mr. Pon received his BS in Business Administration (Accounting & Finance) from UC Berkeley and MS in Taxation from Golden Gate University in San Francisco. 


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Wendy Darcy, CPA (US)

I really enjoyed this webinar. The two hours went by quickly and were jammed back with lots of useful information. The speaker was very knowledgable about this topic and I enjoyed the real-life examples he included. Video quality was good and speaker was clear to understand.

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Connie Mccarty, CPA (US)

Speaker always does great, Mr Pon is easy to understand and has good tone in voice. Seems to really know the subject and interested in it. I have taken several classes with Mr Pon as speaker.

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