Tax regulations are a key part of the real estate business. One must understand the impact of taxes on every aspect of property acquisitions, use, and dispositions in order to maximize profits. In the Real Estate Tax Guide, we address the essential elements of the tax code as they pertain to real estate, to give users a grounding in the issues that can impact their operational decisions. Topics covered include basis, development costs, operating expenses, financing issues, landlord and tenant transactions, passive activity losses, foreclosures, property exchanges, installment sales, and much more.