Active Participation


Definition of "Active participation"

Carmen Lovelace and Libby Bryant
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Involvement in real estate ownership and management on a continuing basis as contrasted to passive participation. The tax laws provide greater tax benefits when the owner actively participates in real estate property and rentals.


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