Did you know? The Tax Benefits of Investing in Real Estate Partnerships.

When it comes to smart investing, returns aren’t the only metric that matters—what you keep after taxes is just as critical. That’s why savvy investors often look beyond traditional stocks and bonds to the tax-advantaged world of real estate partnerships.

Investing in a real estate development partnership like Cobalt’s offers more than just potential cash flow and long-term appreciation. It also provides powerful tax benefits that can help investors preserve and grow wealth more efficiently.

1. Depreciation Deductions. One of the most significant advantages is depreciation. Even though a property may be increasing in value, the IRS allows investors to deduct a portion of the property’s value each year as a "loss." This paper loss can offset actual income, reducing your taxable income without impacting your real earnings.

2. Pass-Through Structure. As a partner in a real estate investment, you’re not taxed at the corporate level. Instead, profits (and losses) pass through to your personal return, allowing you to take advantage of deductions, depreciation, and potentially lower long-term capital gains rates.

3. Capital Gains Treatment. When a property is sold after holding it for more than a year, the profits are typically taxed at long-term capital gains rates, which are significantly lower than ordinary income tax rates. That means more profit in your pocket at exit.

4. 1031 Exchanges. In certain situations, investors may be able to defer taxes by reinvesting proceeds into another qualified property through a 1031 exchange. This allows capital to keep working and compounding without being eroded by taxes.

5. Offset Active Income with Passive Losses. If you qualify as a real estate professional or meet other IRS requirements, passive losses from real estate can potentially offset active income. This can be especially valuable for high-income individuals seeking to reduce their tax liabilities.

At Cobalt, we structure our projects to optimize these tax benefits for our investors, working with experienced advisors to ensure compliance and maximize value.

So next time you're considering your investment strategy, ask yourself: Are your assets working as hard after taxes as they are before? With real estate partnerships, the answer might be a resounding yes.