ArticleAccounting & taxes
Bank imports, bookkeeping and reconciliation: the differences
A bank import is evidence of an account event. It still needs the correct match or category, and the resulting books need reconciliation against...
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Becoming an Accidental Landlord: A Tax and Management Guide for First-Timers
Inherited a property or can't sell your home? This guide helps accidental landlords navigate taxes, tenant screening, and property management with...
GuideAccounting & taxes
Net Investment Income Tax (NIIT): What Landlords Need to Know for 2026
The Net Investment Income Tax can be a surprise for landlords. Learn what the NIIT is, how it applies to your rental income, and how to calculate...
GuideAccounting & taxes
Rental Property Depreciation Explained: How Landlords Save on Taxes
Depreciation on rental property is one of the largest deductions a landlord can take. Learn what it is, how to calculate it, and how it lowers...
GuideAccounting & taxes
How to Form an LLC for Your Rental Property: A Landlord's Step-by-Step Guide
An LLC for rental property protects your personal assets from business liabilities. This guide walks landlords through forming one, step by step.
GuideAccounting & taxes
Advanced Tax Strategies for Rental Property Owners in 2026
Unlock advanced tax strategies for your rental properties in 2026. Learn about depreciation, deductions, and entity structuring to maximize your returns.
GuideAccounting & taxes
How to Appeal Your Property Tax Assessment and Lower Your Rental Expenses
Your property tax assessment might be costing you. Learn how to find errors, gather evidence, and navigate the appeal process to lower your rental...
GuideAccounting & taxes
Rental Property Tax Strategies: A Landlord's Guide to Deductions and Schedule E
Maximize your rental property tax deductions and master the IRS Schedule E. Our landlord's guide breaks down common expenses and tax strategies for 2026.
ArticleAccounting & taxes
How to document rental software costs for tax review
Keep the invoice, payment record, business purpose and allocation of each software cost. Ask your preparer how the payment should be treated for...
ArticleAccounting & taxes
Prepare rental records for Schedule E
Prepare accurate property records before filling in a tax form. Separate income, expenses, deposits, loan payments and improvements, then use the...
AnswerAccounting & taxes
Can I deduct my own labor on rental repairs?
You cannot deduct the value of your own unpaid repair labor as a rental expense. Actual qualifying costs may receive different treatment depending...
AnswerAccounting & taxes
Do I need a separate bank account for my rental?
A dedicated account can make rental records easier to reconcile, but the required account structure depends on ownership, management and local...