Top Ten Tax Deductions for Real Estate Agents

Don't miss out on these most valuable business tax deductions.

Qualifying As a Real Estate Pro Requires Good Recordkeeping

To qualify as a real estate professional and get special tax treatment, you need good recordkeeping.

Tax Deductions Real Estate Agents Often Overlook

Don't miss out on the home office and other valuable deductions.

Can You Deduct the Costs of the Real Estate License Exam?

No, but you be able to use the lifetime learning credit to help defray the cost.

Husband and Wife Real Estate Agent Team: Beware the Tax Issues

There are very different tax election options for married couples who work together. Make sure you understand your choices.

Can a real estate agent deduct the cost of "looking good"?

Find out if you can deduct costs associated with appearance as a real estate agent.

Real Estate Agent Special Classification Rules For Independent Contractor Status

Real estate agents get automatic independent contractor status with IRS.

Is Your Real Estate Sales Activity a Business?

Make sure you know what it takes to prove your real estate agent work is a business -- and therefore entitled to deductions.

Mortgage Brokers Don't Qualify as Real Estate Professionals

Unfortunately for real estate mortgage brokers, they don't qualify as real estate professionals for IRS tax purposes.