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California Increases Dollar Limit for Home Repairs Without Licensed Contractors

Authority Property Management

Signed into law in September 2024, California Assembly Bill 2622 (AB 2622) introduces updates to the Contractors State License Law that directly benefit property owners and renters. AB 2622 raises the dollar threshold for contracting work that does not require a licensed contractor.

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1099 forms for property management: Everything you need to know (2024 update)

Buildium

Property managers are required to request a W-9 from and issue a 1099-MISC form to each owner, attorney, and contractor they work with, so long as payments meet or exceed the $600 threshold. For 2024, the form looks like this: What Is a 1099-NEC form? The IRS makes (typically small) adjustments to the 1099-MISC form each year.

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Can You Deduct Your Own Labor on a Rental Property, Answered

Bay Property Management Group

After all, hiring contractors is deductible, so shouldnt your own hard work count too? However, there are other ways you can save on your rental expenses, like contractor and material costs. The IRS only allows deductions for real expenseslike paying contractors, buying materials, or hiring property managers.

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6 must-know industry trends for small property managers

Buildium

In 2024, tenant quality emerged as the #1 concern for property management companies. Fact #5: Maintenance Costs Are Rising Property management companies see work order management software as the main opportunity for improving property maintenance, a top concern among rental owners and tenants. This comes as U.S.

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HVAC Preventative Maintenance for Single-Family Rental Properties

Lula

.” Managing single-family rental (SFR) properties comes with unique challenges, particularly when it comes to balancing tenant satisfaction with property maintenance. One area that’s frequently overlooked but crucial for long-term cost efficiency is the maintenance of HVAC systems.

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2024 Annual Rental Housing Report Key Takeaways

Rental Choice

The 2024 America’s Rental Housing Report has several notable trends and key takeaways. Yes, many new apartments may become available according to the 2024 rental market predictions. Property owners must reinvest in repairs and maintenance costs to keep them in good condition. This is unhelpful to cost-burdened renters.

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Cash Flow Might Be Tight in Indianapolis, But Investment Still Makes Sense

T&H Realty

The average rent for a single family home in Indianapolis was $1,593 as of Q4 of 2024. Maintenance & Repairs: The price of labor and materials has surged, with some construction materials seeing a 10-20% increase. Operating Expenses: The Profitability Squeeze While home prices have soared, rent growth has barely kept up.