Why 2026 Could Be the Year to Turn a Tax Liability Into a Commercial Real Estate Investment As 2026 heads into its final months, business owners and investors are beginning to get a clearer picture of what their year-end tax liability may look like. A strong year is certainly something to celebrate, but writing a large check to the IRS …
At Johnston Pacific Commercial Real Estate, we know that selling your business is one of the most significant financial and emotional decisions you’ll ever make. It’s the result of years—often decades—of hard work, risk-taking, and dedication. But when the day comes to cash out, the last thing you want is to see a large portion of your proceeds eaten up …
In Part 1 of this series, we explored how the restoration of 100% bonus depreciation and expanded Section 179 expensing under the BBBA provides immediate tax relief to real estate investors. But the real magic lies in what comes next, the ripple effects these incentives have on cash flow, reinvestment, and long-term growth. While reducing tax liability is valuable on …
Part 1: Immediate Tax Relief, A Game Changer for Real Estate Investors The passage of the Build Back Better Act (BBBA) brought with it several impactful policy changes, but few have resonated with real estate investors as powerfully as the restoration of 100% bonus depreciation and the expansion of Section 179 expensing. These two tax incentives are not just technical …
The Santa Margarita Water District (SMWD), serving over 210,000 residents in southern Orange County, has announced a forthcoming rate adjustment scheduled to take effect in August 2025. This change follows a comprehensive cost-of-service study aimed at aligning rates with the actual costs of providing water, recycled water, and wastewater services, in compliance with California Proposition 218 requirements. Key Drivers Behind …
