Real Estate
Accounting

Real estate carries fluctuating income, capital gains, depreciation schedules, and tax rules that differ by property type and by local, state, and federal jurisdiction. An accountant who works in real estate every day helps you claim the deductions you have earned, stay compliant, and avoid the mistakes that cost real money.

A 1031 exchange lets you defer capital gains taxes when you sell an investment property and reinvest the proceeds in another. The requirements are specific, so the exchange should be planned before the property goes on the market. We help you decide whether it fits your situation and carry it through correctly.

Cost segregation speeds up depreciation so you recover more of a property's cost sooner. That lowers taxable income in the earlier years of ownership and keeps more cash working inside your portfolio. Accurate records of purchase price, improvements, and property classification make the deduction hold up.

Yes. Entity structure affects your taxes, your personal liability, and how flexibly you can manage your properties. We walk through the pros and cons of each option so the structure protects your assets and keeps taxes as low as the rules allow.

We analyze rental income trends, vacancy rates, and expense patterns to project the cash moving in and out of your portfolio. A good forecast helps you plan for slow periods, avoid shortfalls, and keep enough liquidity on hand to move when the next opportunity shows up.

Yes. Cooper Norman serves real estate investors and developers across residential, commercial, and industrial property. Our team has supported owner-led businesses since 1954, with six offices across Idaho and Utah.