Many real estate brokers and private lenders unintentionally trigger DRE reporting requirements simply through normal lending activity. Sections 10232 and 10238 of the Business & Professions Code outline specific thresholds that, once met, require formal notification and ongoing reporting to the DRE. Section 10232 – Trust Fund & Loan Activity Thresholds You may be subject […]
Tax and GAAP Treatment for Loan Origination Fees
As a CPA firm specializing in the private lending space, we often advise our clients on the proper treatment of loan origination fees. These fees, typically charged by lenders to process and underwrite a loan, carry important implications for both financial reporting (GAAP) and income tax reporting (IRS). Below are the key differences between GAAP […]
Opportunity Zones Are Making a Comeback
Exciting news for investors and business owners: Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZs) are back in action, thanks to a new piece of legislation called the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). This law permanently reauthorizes the QOZ program, with some important changes that could offer tax-saving opportunities for years to come. If you’ve invested in […]
CPA 150 Credit Hours Requirement
What is the reasonable amount of prerequisites for licensing? As with any professional designation, there are many steps to becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the United States. Licensing is controlled at the state level. Since 1988, most US states have required individuals to have 150 credit hours from a qualifying institution prior to […]
Understanding Land Banking and the Taxes Involved
The concept of Land Banking refers to buying land with the plan to holding it while the value appreciates and selling later for a profit. It seems straightforward, but with taxes involved, things can quickly become complex. The key question is whether the profit you make gets taxed as ordinary income (which can be a […]
The Transformation of Accounting: ASC 326 and the Evolution of Loan Loss Reserves for Private Money Lenders
The arrival and implementation of ASC 326, the Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL) model, has stirred a philosophical discussion about the nature of accounting and the goals of those who shape accounting standards. For lenders, ASC 326 has not only brought about a change in the way they calculate and disclose loan loss reserves, it […]