Top Real Estate Accounting Firm: Audit, Tax, & Advisory Services

Market cycles don’t wait — neither should you. Withum’s Real Estate Services Team helps owners, operators, real estate developers, and property managers turn complexity into advantage – unlocking cash flow, de-risking deals, and accelerating growth. We fuse real estate sector know-how with audit quality, tax strategy, and innovative advisory recommendations. For more than 50 years, we’ve helped portfolios perform in any market. Let’s build what’s next.

Who We Help

Developers
Owners and Operators
Investors
Property Managers
Commercial and Residential Brokers

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Real Estate Industry Challenges and Trends

Strong cash flow is an important asset for real estate companies. The implementation of a cost segregation study can result in less tax in the earlier years of a project and, therefore, additional cash flow. Learn how to take advantage of this effective planning tool.
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The industry has experienced downsizing of staff and c-suite retirements over the past few years. However, the need for high-quality real estate accounting and finance support remains. Outsourced accounting and finance roles are cost-effective and efficient.
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Staying one step ahead of cybercriminals is a constant battle. Proprietary tenant information, wire transfers and network-enabled building management systems are high-risk areas for real estate companies. When compromised, the fallout can be costly. Don’t let your company fall victim.
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Recent legislation provides additional opportunities for tax savings and deferrals. Refer to our FAQs for Real Estate Developers and new legislation on opportunity zones.
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Location, location, location; where your employees are located now plays a much smaller role in the current business environment thanks to the ability to work remotely. Ensuring your team has the necessary cloud and collaboration tools is vital to staying efficient and productive.
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Real Estate Accounting and Advisory Services:

Tax-Motivated

Cost segregation studies
Estate planning/wealth preservation
Real estate professional compliance and advice
Like-kind exchange strategies

Deal-Related

Strategic planning
Acquisition and disposition due diligence
Deal structuring
Debt restructuring
UPREIT and DownREIT Transactions, Structures, and Workouts

Compliance-Related

Lease analysis and review
Accounting for leases (ASC 842)
Tax reform and tangible property regulations compliance
PILOT programs and abatement municipal agreements
New markets, low-income housing and historic tax credits
Cost certifications
Special purpose audits
REIT Tax Compliance

Advisory Solutions

Operational Assistance

Budgeting and forecasting
Cash flow analysis
Internal accounting procedures consulting
Property valuations
Insurance consulting
Financing assistance
Forensic and valuation services
Business succession planning
Employee compensation and pension plans
Internal audit consulting
Property tax analysis and appeals
Revenue recognition
CFO solutions and services
Common area maintenance engagements
Software selection

Affordable Housing

Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC)
Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
New Market Tax Credit (NMTC)
Advisory Services for Affordable Housing Projects

Industry Involvement

Withum’s Real Estate specialists are proud members of the below national, regional, and local organizations.

Client Testimonials

Withum has been providing our real estate group with extraordinary tax and accounting services for years. It’s rare to find a national accounting firm that still manages to provide such a personal level of service and care. The Withum team is always sensitive to our investor relationships and timing deadlines, and never fails to deliver for us as promised. As our company continues to grow, our relationship with Withum keeps expanding along with it. We couldn’t be happier with the services provided by Withum.

David Ostreicher, President | Brookview Realty Group