2026 Depreciation Recapture & Installment Sales: What Investors Must Know

Thinking about selling a depreciated investment property in 2026? There's a critical tax detail that most investors overlook — and it can cost you thousands. Installment sales under IRS Section 453 allow you to defer capital gains recognition over time. But depreciation recapture doesn't follow the same rules. It's recognized in full the year you sell — no deferral, no exceptions. In this video, we break down: → How depreciation recapture works at the point of sale → Why installment sales only partially solve the tax problem → What proactive strategies help real estate investors protect their profits → How to approach deal structuring before you close This is the kind of tax planning that separates investors who keep more of what they earn from those who hand it over unnecessarily. Follow for more tax tips

Added 5 May 2026