We’re excited to release Stessa Cash Management—the banking product purpose-built for real estate investors. There are many benefits to having a dedicated checking account for your real estate portfolio, like…
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Tax benefits of accelerated depreciation on rental property
The 3 main reasons for investing in rental property are recurring income, the potential for equity appreciation over the long term, and unique tax benefits. One of the most significant…
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How to read a rent ledger (and how they’re typically used)
Rental income collected from a tenant is used to pay for property operating expenses, the monthly mortgage payment if a property is financed, and profit to the landlord. Those are…
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Tracking numbers: Rental property income statement template
Why is it that some rental properties generate solid income month after month, while others barely break even? While there are a number of likely possibilities, the answer may be…
Have we seen the housing market peak?
Lily Katz of Redfin News reports on buyer competition, noting that in April 61% of home offers saw bidding wars, down from 63% in March and 67% from this time…
Is inflation peaking?
Rents have been rising quickly over the past few years. According to Rent.com, average rents have increased over 25% across the board year-over-year. With inflation continuing to increase, the upward…
Is rental income passive or active? Why it matters
Real estate investing and the rental income generated are classified by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as either active income or passive income. It’s an essential distinction because the classification…
The Top 9 Rent Roll Software Options for Landlords [2026]
It’s not uncommon to spend hours trying to piece together accurate data, only to wonder if something important was missed. Many landlords have been there—staring at rows of numbers, double-checking…
U.S. cities where rents have risen the most
Amid a historic run of inflation over the last year, the cost of housing—especially rent—has been one of the most significant pressures on household finances. Renters in many markets are…
