Tax & Accounting for Real Estate Agents & Brokers
We help real estate agents and brokers manage variable income, stay compliant, and plan proactively so taxes don’t become a surprise at year-end.
How We Help Real Estate Agents & Brokers
Commission-based income creates unique tax and cash-flow challenges that many generalist CPAs don’t fully address. We take a real estate–focused approach designed to help agents stay organized, compliant, and prepared as their businesses grow.
Here’s what this looks like in practice:
- Proactive tax planning for commission income and variable cash flow
- S-corp structuring and ongoing compliance guidance
- Reasonable compensation analysis and payroll support
- Accountable plan setup and reimbursement guidance for mixed-use expenses
- Quarterly estimated tax planning to avoid surprises
Services for Real Estate Agents & Brokers
Tax Planning & Compliance
We help real estate agents and brokers stay compliant while planning ahead to reduce tax exposure as income fluctuates throughout the year.
Services in this area include:
- Individual and business tax return preparation
- Proactive tax planning for commission-based income
- Quarterly estimated tax planning and monitoring
- Multi-state tax considerations where applicable
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Clean and consistent accounting makes it easier to understand profitability and plan ahead, especially when income is uneven.
Services in this area include:
- Bookkeeping tailored to real estate sales activity
- Income and expense tracking aligned with commissions
- Reconciliation of business accounts and credit cards
- Reporting to support tax planning and decision-making
Entity & Advisory Support
As real estate businesses grow, entity structure and compensation decisions become increasingly important.
Services in this area include:
- S-corp setup and ongoing compliance
- Reasonable compensation planning and documentation
- Accountable plan design and implementation
- Advisory support as teams or operations expand
Who We Work With
We work with real estate agents and brokers at different stages, from those needing reliable tax compliance, to those looking for more proactive planning and advisory support.
This typically includes:
- Licensed real estate agents and brokers
- Solo agents and independent contractors
- Agents operating through S-corps or considering entity formation
- Professionals who want clarity around taxes, cash flow, and compliance
The level of support we provide can be tailored based on your needs, whether that’s tax preparation, bookkeeping, or proactive planning.
Ready to work with a CPA who understands the real estate industry?