Patrick O'Connor

Tax Reduction (Casualties Can Generate Substantial Tax Reduction)

Tax reduction are the results from tax deductions. Tax deductions reduce taxable income but do not directly reduce federal income taxes. For example, $100,000 of tax deductions reduces federal income taxes by $35,000 ($100,000 X 35%), assuming a 35% tax r... Read >

Finding a Low Total-Move-in-Cost Houston Apartment

Houston Apartment Search Tips - Finding a Low Total-Move-in-Cost Houston Apartment Consider all Houston apartments and get a $107 - $1107 cash rebate Houston apartments come in many shapes and sizes. You can usually find a Houston apartment with a very ... Read >

Market Rent Analysis

Market Rent Analysis Market rent analyses evaluate the subject property, competing properties, and market conditions to document an equitable level of rent in an arm's length transaction. Estimates of market rent are developed regularly for market studie... Read >

Tax Help for Small Business Owners

Tax Help for Small Business Owners Small business owners need all the tax help which is available. Tax deductions allow small business owners to keep more of what they earn. With a 35% marginal tax rate, the government is a silent partner who takes no... Read >

Cost Segregation- Correctly Depreciating Real Estate

More tax deductions means tax reductionImportant Commentary for Owners of Real EstateBy Patrick O'Connor, MAIDepreciate Property Improvements Correctly...and Pay Less Federal Income TaxCost segregation is a specialized process to decrease income taxes by ... Read >

Highest and Best Use Analysis

Highest and Best Use Analysis Highest and best use analysis can assist an owner in maximizing return. Highest and best use analysis can be performed for acreage, site development, and for improved properties. Research and planning can substantially incre... Read >

Dallas Fort Worth apartment search tips -- Getting the Best Deal

Dallas Fort Worth apartment search tips -- Getting the Best Deal Lease a Dallas Fort Worth apartment and get up to $1,107 in cash Dallas Fort Worth apartments are expensive. But getting a great deal can make your Dallas Fort Worth apartment less expe... Read >

Austin Apartment Search Tips - Finding a Low Total-Move-in-Cost Austin Apartment

Lease a Austin apartment and get up to a $1107 cash rebate! Austin apartments come in many shapes and sizes. You can usually find a Austin apartment with a very low total move-in cost. Total move-in cost includes the application fee, deposit, and fir... Read >

HUD MAP Market Studies and Appraisals

HUD MAP market studies and appraisals are prepared as a part of the underwriting process for financing multi-family housing provided by HUD. Financing provided by HUD (or FHA - Federal Home Administration) is a meaningful portion of the financing for mult... Read >

Finding a Quiet Houston Apartment

Get up to $1107 in cash when you lease a Houston apartment Houston apartments can offer quiet idyllic conditions. However, many Houston apartments are not quiet. This article provides insights into finding a quiet Houston apartment at an affordable ... Read >

Apartment tips -- find a Great Apartment in San Antonio in One week

Search all San Antionio apartments and get a $107 - $1107 cash rebate. Apartment shopping in San Antonio is easy when you organize the process. This article will help you find a great San Antonio apartment at a great price. It will also make the S... Read >

Apartment tips -- find a Great Apartment in Austin in One week

Apartment tips -- find a Great Apartment in Austin in One week Search all Austin apartments and get a $107 - $1107 cash rebate. Apartment shopping in Houston is easy when you organize the process. This article will help you find a great Austin apart... Read >

Harris County Appraisal District - Tips for a Successful Property Tax Protest

Harris County Appraisal District assesses property and that value sets your property tax amount. Reducing your property taxes is relatively simple but requires a modest commitment of time. Your other option is to hire a property tax consultant. Basic step... Read >

Expert Witness Testimony for Real Estate

Expert Witness Testimony for Real Estate Expert witness analysis and testimony provides both the parties information to settle prior to the actual judicial proceeding. When settlement negotiations are not successful, expert witness testimony provides the... Read >

1031 Exchange - How You Can Indefinitely Defer Income Taxes

1031 Exchanges are excellent tools to reduce income taxes. Known both as "tax free exchanges" and "1031 exchanges" (based upon the enabling section of the federal income tax code) this tool allows investors to sell real estate without paying income taxes ... Read >