Industry-Specific Tax Guides — 20 Practitioner Guides by Industry
Practitioner-grade tax guides for 20 industries — real estate, crypto, healthcare, startups, international, and more. Updated for 2026 tax law.
Industry specialization is one of the fastest paths to a premium tax practice. Clients in specific industries have recurring, predictable tax needs — and practitioners who understand those needs command higher fees and generate stronger referrals.
This library covers 20 industries with the highest concentration of complex tax situations. Each guide includes the core IRC authority, planning strategies, case studies, and client conversation scripts specific to that industry.
Real Estate & Investments
Tax guides for real estate investors and investment income.
Real Estate Investor Tax Guide
Passive activity rules, cost segregation, 1031 exchanges, and REPS status.
Read Guide ›Cryptocurrency Tax Guide
Capital gains, staking, DeFi, NFTs, and Form 1099-DA.
Read Guide ›Trust and Estate Tax Guide
DNI, fiduciary income tax, and Form 1041 reporting.
Read Guide ›Estate Planning Tax Guide
Portability, GRATs, SLATs, and step-up in basis strategies.
Read Guide ›Business & Professional Services
Tax guides for specific business industries.
S-Corporation Tax Guide
Reasonable compensation, basis, AAA account, and exit planning.
Read Guide ›Partnership Tax Guide
IRC §704 allocations, §752 liabilities, and K-1 reporting.
Read Guide ›Healthcare Professional Tax Guide
PLLC, S-Corp, QBI threshold, and deduction strategies.
Read Guide ›Attorney Tax Guide
SSTB rules, contingency fees, and practice structure optimization.
Read Guide ›Technology Startup Tax Guide
R&D credit, Section 83(b) election, and stock option taxation.
Read Guide ›Construction Contractor Tax Guide
PCM, completed contract method, and lookback interest.
Read Guide ›Restaurant and Hospitality Tax Guide
FICA tip credit, Section 179, and cost segregation.
Read Guide ›Self-Employed & Gig Economy
Tax guides for self-employed individuals and gig workers.
Self-Employed Tax Guide
SE tax, QBI deduction, retirement plans, and health insurance deduction.
Read Guide ›Gig Economy Tax Guide
Platform worker taxes, quarterly payments, and expense deductions.
Read Guide ›Farmer Tax Guide
Cash method, crop insurance, Section 179, and farm income averaging.
Read Guide ›Trucking and Transportation Tax Guide
Per diem, IFTA, and vehicle deduction strategies.
Read Guide ›Clergy Tax Guide
Housing allowance, SECA election, and dual-status treatment.
Read Guide ›International & Specialized
Tax guides for international situations and specialized industries.
International Tax Guide
FBAR, FATCA, FEIE, and foreign tax credit for individual taxpayers.
Read Guide ›Foreign National Tax Guide
Residency rules, treaty benefits, ITIN, and FATCA compliance.
Read Guide ›Nonprofit Tax Guide
Form 990, UBIT, and compliance requirements for tax-exempt organizations.
Read Guide ›Retirement Plan Tax Guide
401(k), SEP-IRA, SIMPLE, and defined benefit plan comparison.
Read Guide ›Quick Reference Comparison
| Industry | Primary IRC Authority | Key Planning Area | Planning Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real Estate Investor | IRC §469, §121, §1031 | Passive activity rules, cost segregation | High — $27,000+/yr potential |
| S-Corporation Owner | IRC §1361, §1366, §1368 | Reasonable compensation, basis tracking | High — SE tax savings |
| Healthcare Professional | IRC §199A, §162, §105 | QBI threshold, PLLC vs S-Corp | High — QBI + retirement |
| Technology Startup | IRC §41, §83, §422 | R&D credit, stock option planning | High — R&D credit + 83(b) |
| Self-Employed | IRC §1401, §199A, §401 | SE tax reduction, retirement plans | Medium — systematic planning |
| International | IRC §911, §901, §951A | FEIE, FTC, FBAR compliance | Variable — treaty-dependent |
Source: IRS.gov, Rev. Proc. 2025-32, IRC. Updated for 2026 tax law.
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