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Reporting & Tax

6 Steps To Take When Audited: A Landlord’s Guide 

Learn how to handle an IRS audit with confidence. Follow these 6 essential steps to safeguard your financial standing and navigate the audit process smoothly.

Ben Luxon

Updated

December 31, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

December 31, 2024

tenant management

The Home Office Deduction for Rental Property Owners

The home office deduction for rental property owners - who is eligible, what it is worth, and how software simplifies your tax prep.

Ben Luxon

Updated

December 23, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

December 23, 2024

tenant management

How Landlords Can Deduct Casualty and Theft Losses on Taxes

How landlords deduct uninsured casualty and theft losses. What qualifies, how to calculate the deduction, and tools to simplify the process.

Ben Luxon

Updated

December 18, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

December 18, 2024

tenant management

Should You Use Quicken For Your Rental Properties?

Struggling to track income and expenses for your rental properties? We explore the strengths and weaknesses of Quicken Rental Property Manager.

Ben Luxon

Updated

December 12, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

December 12, 2024

Investment Strategy

How To Calculate ROI For Your Rental Property?

We take a closer look at how to calculate ROI on a rental property, what makes a good ROI, and why you should care.

Ben Luxon

Updated

December 5, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

December 5, 2024

Finding Tenants

9 Steps For Renting Out Your House For The First Time

Learn 9 essential steps to renting out your house for the first time, from prepping your property to finding tenants and managing rent.

Ben Luxon

Updated

December 4, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

December 4, 2024

Investment Strategy

14 Real Estate Investment Tips to Grow Your Portfolio

14 real estate investment tips to grow your portfolio, plan effectively, and use landlord tools to manage finances and maximize returns.

Ben Luxon

Updated

November 27, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

November 27, 2024

Reporting & Tax

What Is A Rent Ledger And Why Do You Need One?

A rent ledger records every rent charge, payment and balance for each tenant. See a worked example, download a free template, or automate it.

Ben Luxon

Updated

November 18, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

November 18, 2024

Reporting & Tax

About Your Rental Property Profit and Loss Statement

What is a profit and loss statement for a rental property, what needs to be included, and how it can be used by real estate investors?

Ben Luxon

Updated

November 14, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

November 14, 2024

tenant management

The Complete Guide: How To Categorize Rental Property Expenses

In this guide, we look at how to track and categorize rental property expenses and what the different IRS expense categories are.

Ben Luxon

Updated

November 7, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

November 7, 2024

Reporting & Tax

How To Convert A Primary Residence To A Rental Property

Learn the pros, cons, and tax implications of converting your primary residence to a rental property, plus tips for a smooth transition and maximizing benefits.

Ben Luxon

Updated

November 6, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

November 6, 2024

Landlord Tenant Law

Maximum Late Fees by State (2026): Caps & Grace Periods

Compare 2026 residential rent late-fee caps and mandatory grace periods across all 50 states and Washington, D.C., with legal sources.

Ben Luxon

Updated

October 30, 2024

Ben Luxon

Updated

October 30, 2024