Tax season is right around the corner, and if you’re a new real estate investor the process can seem daunting. Documents, filings, accountants, forms, and maybe owing money—it can be…
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2019 tax FAQs for real estate investing deductions
We are all well aware that tax season is upon us, so it’s time to get ourselves organized and informed. We have all the major dates marked on our calendars,…
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Why depreciation matters for rental property owners at tax time
Depreciation is one of the biggest and most important deductions for rental real estate investors because it reduces taxable income but not cash flow. It’s also a big topic in our…
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New Stessa tax package: Keep calm and file on time
When we first set out to develop new features to help Stessa users prepare for tax time, we had more questions than answers. So we conducted extensive interviews across our…
Rental property tax guide [2019 Edition]
The first part of effective tax strategy and planning is understanding that when you file your tax returns each year, you’re simply reporting the results (income, losses, etc.) of your…
Your mortgage is fixed. The rest of your expenses aren’t
A fixed-rate loan can make a rental feel predictable. Then the insurance renewal arrives, the tax bill changes, and the water heater develops impeccable timing. The principal-and-interest payment may stay…
Mortgage rates hit 7.45%. Before your next offer, rerun the numbers
The asking price did not change. The financing math did. On September 24, the daily average 30-year fixed mortgage rate jumped to 7.45%, up from 7.26% the previous day, according…
Rents rose again in June, but nearly 40% of listings are giving something away
The typical asking rent in the U.S. rose to $1,965 in June, up 2.2% year over year, according to Zillow’s June Rental Report. That is a slight acceleration from May,…
Inflation jumps and Washington moves
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the Consumer Price Index rose 0.6% on a seasonally adjusted basis in April after a 0.9% gain in March, lifting the 12-month…
