Accounting Archives - Basic Property Management

May 26, 2025May 22, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Lenders, Residential Property Management

Real Estate Risk Modeling: Best Practices for Investors

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Real estate risk modeling is the discipline of using data-driven tools and techniques to assess, quantify, and manage the uncertainty in property […]

May 21, 2025May 23, 2025Accounting, Investors

How to Maximize Pre-Tax Cash Flow in Real Estate Investing

A bar graph with two bars symbolizing pre-tax cash flow and after-tax cash flow on a rental property.

Understanding your property’s pre-tax cash flow can make the difference between a profitable investment and a financial pitfall. Pre-tax cash flow is […]

May 19, 2025May 22, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors

Investor’s Guide to Discounted Cash Flow in Real Estate

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Unlocking the full potential of your real estate investments starts with understanding how to evaluate future returns. Discounted cash flow (DCF) is […]

May 12, 2025May 13, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Lenders, Residential Property Management

Equity Multiple in Real Estate Explained Simply

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When evaluating real estate investments, you need clear metrics to measure performance and guide your decisions. Equity multiple is a straightforward ratio […]

May 9, 2025May 8, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Lenders, Residential Property Management

What Does Annualized Return Reveal About Property Deals?

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When you’re evaluating property deals, understanding the numbers behind your investment matters. Annualized return in real estate shows you the average yearly […]

May 1, 2025April 30, 2025Accounting, Investors, Landlords, Lenders

How to Create Bulletproof Financial Modeling for Real Estate Investment

A pretty blond female real estate investor and a handsome male real estate investor standing in front of a white board with numbers written on it. They are conducting a presentation for financial modeling for real estate investment.

If you want your real estate investment decisions to be solid, you need the right approach to financial modeling. Accurate real estate […]

April 18, 2025April 17, 2025Accounting, Investors, Landlords

Annual Rate of Return on Rental Property: What Investors Miss

A pretty female real estate investor standing with her palms up, holding a house in each hand. She is calculating the annual rate of return on rental property she owns.

Calculating returns on rental properties involves more than just collecting monthly rent checks. Many investors focus solely on rental income while overlooking […]

April 18, 2025May 28, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Residential Property Management

S-Corp for Real Estate vs an LLC: Investor’s Quick Guide

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Choosing the right business structure for your real estate investments can significantly impact your tax obligations and asset protection. When it comes […]

April 17, 2025April 16, 2025Accounting, Investors

Rule of 72 for Real Estate: Property Investment Doubling Time

A handsome male real estate investor holding a small bag of money in one hand and a big bag twice the size in his other hand with a sexy smile on his face.

Making smart investment decisions in real estate requires understanding key financial principles that can help predict returns. The Rule of 72 is […]

April 17, 2025May 5, 2025Accounting, Investors, Landlords

Create a Winning Rental Property Financial Proforma Today

A spreadsheet with columns of financial data for a rental property, including income, expenses, and projected cash flow

Making smart investment decisions in real estate requires a clear understanding of potential returns. A rental property pro forma helps you analyze […]

April 16, 2025April 15, 2025Accounting, Investors, Landlords

Surprising Tax Benefits of Rental Property You Should Know

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Investing in rental properties offers significant tax advantages that can boost your bottom line and build long-term wealth. Rental property owners can […]

April 16, 2025April 19, 2025Accounting, Investors

When to Choose an S-Corp for Real Estate: Decision Guide

A pretty female real estate investor standing with her palms up, holding a house in each hand. She has a puzzled look on her face, as she decides what legal structure is best for holding rental property in.

Many real estate investors consider forming an S-Corporation for their property investments, seeking tax benefits and liability protection. Placing real estate directly […]

April 14, 2025April 12, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Residential Property Management

How Real Estate Cost Segregation Can Maximize Tax Savings

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Real estate investors are constantly seeking ways to optimize their tax strategies and improve cash flow. Cost segregation enables property owners to […]