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March 10, 2025July 3, 2025Accounting

Depreciation Recapture on Rental Property for Real Estate Investors

A female real estate investor with a butterfly net catching dollar signs floating in the air representing depreciation recapture on a rental property.

When selling a rental property, the tax implications can catch many investors off guard. Depreciation recapture is a tax that applies when […]

March 10, 2025March 19, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Residential Property Management, Short Term Rental Management, Vacation rental management

How to Maximize Accelerated Depreciation on Rental Property

A husband and wife real estate investing team with a floorplan of their rental property spread out on their desk. Items for accelerated deprecation are circled in red and the couple is high-fiving each other about the extra tax deductions they can claim.

Maximizing tax benefits remains a crucial strategy for rental property investors seeking to optimize their returns. Accelerated depreciation allows investors to claim […]

March 10, 2025March 18, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Residential Property Management, Short Term Rental Management, Vacation rental management

Balance Sheet for Real Estate: The Investor’s Ultimate Guide

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A real estate balance sheet provides a clear snapshot of your investment property’s financial health at any given moment. By subtracting your […]

March 9, 2025July 3, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Residential Property Management

Real Estate Depreciation: A Tax Strategy for Property Investors

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Real estate depreciation offers property investors a powerful tax advantage that can significantly reduce their annual tax burden. Tax depreciation on rental […]

March 8, 2025March 21, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords

Triple Net Lease Benefits for Commercial Real Estate Investors

A commercial building with three distinct tenants, each responsible for their own property taxes, insurance, and maintenance

A triple net lease represents a powerful commercial real estate arrangement that shifts property expenses to tenants while providing steady income streams […]

March 7, 2025March 14, 2025Accounting, Landlords, Residential Property Management, Short Term Rental Management, Vacation rental management

Essential Landlord Bookkeeping Templates for Success

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Managing rental properties demands organized financial records, and the right bookkeeping tools can transform this task from overwhelming to effortless. Free rental […]

March 7, 2025March 14, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Residential Property Management

Financial Reporting for Real Estate Investors: Best Practices

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Accurate financial reporting forms the foundation of successful real estate investing. Regular financial statements enable you to track property performance, make data-driven […]

March 7, 2025July 15, 2025Accounting, Landlords, Residential Property Management, Short Term Rental Management, Vacation rental management

Top 10 QuickBooks Features Every Landlord Should Know

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Managing rental properties requires organized financial tracking and accurate bookkeeping. QuickBooks offers powerful tools that can streamline your property management accounting tasks […]

March 6, 2025March 14, 2025Accounting, Investors, Landlords

Cash vs. Accrual Impact on Rental Property Tax Deductions

A rental property with two columns representing cash and accrual accounting methods, impacting tax deductions

Choosing the right accounting method shapes when you can claim tax deductions for your rental properties. The two main options – cash […]

March 6, 2025March 19, 2025Accounting, Landlords

Rental Income Reporting: Essential Tax Guidelines for Landlords

A female accountant with blonde hair and glasses sitting at her desk calculating rental income to file a tax return for her client.

Earning income from rental properties creates important tax obligations that require careful tracking and reporting. All rental income must be reported on […]

March 6, 2025April 1, 2025Accounting, Investors, Landlords

QuickBooks Tax Deductions for Landlords: Maximizing Write-Offs

A landlord reviewing rental property expenses for tax deductions in front of a computer with QuickBooks open

Managing rental property taxes can be complex, but QuickBooks offers powerful tools to help landlords track tax-deductible expenses and maximize deductions. By […]

March 5, 2025April 11, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Lenders, Residential Property Management

Office Property Conversion: Solution to CRE Bond Distress?

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With office vacancy rates climbing in major cities, transforming underutilized commercial spaces into residential units offers a compelling solution for property owners […]

March 5, 2025March 14, 2025Accounting, Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Residential Property Management, Short Term Rental Management, Vacation rental management

Essential Real Estate Tax Documentation for Property Investors

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Navigating real estate tax documentation can feel overwhelming, but mastering this essential aspect of property investment protects your financial interests and maximizes […]

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