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March 12, 2025March 18, 2025Landlords, Residential Property Management

Security Deposit Accounting: Best Practices for Landlords

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Security deposits play a vital role in protecting rental property investments. As a landlord, proper accounting of these funds ensures both legal […]

March 12, 2025March 14, 2025Investors, Landlords

Midwest Rental Market for Investors: The New Opportunity Zone

Two female real estate investors standing in front of a house in suburban Chicago discussing purchasing the home as a rental investment.

The Midwest rental market stands out as a compelling investment opportunity, with several regions outperforming national multifamily trends. While coastal markets face […]

March 11, 2025September 4, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Lenders, Residential Property Management

How to Calculate Debt Service Coverage Ratio Like a Pro

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The debt service coverage ratio serves as a critical metric for real estate investors evaluating potential property investments. The DSCR compares a […]

March 11, 2025July 21, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords, Residential Property Management

What Does Your Property’s Cap Rate Really Tell You?

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The capitalization rate, commonly known as cap rate, serves as a fundamental metric for evaluating real estate investments. A cap rate is […]

March 11, 2025March 14, 2025Commercial Property Management, Investors, Landlords

CRE Sales Trends: Market Activity Surges in Q1 2025

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The commercial real estate market in early 2025 presents a fascinating study in contrasts. While January’s aggregate sales volume dropped by 14% […]

March 10, 2025July 3, 2025Accounting

Depreciation Recapture on Rental Property for Real Estate Investors

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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

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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 […]

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