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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. Benefits of AB 2622 for Landlords and Homeowners 1.

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The Importance of Hiring and Working with Licensed Contractors

Bay Property Management Group

Working with licensed contractors is vital if you’re not very skilled in these areas. Today, we’re reviewing when to hire licensed contractors and why working with them is so important. Contents of This Article: Why Do You Need Licensed Contractors? Why Do You Need Licensed Contractors? Need More Advice?

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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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Understanding and managing rental property maintenance emergencies—before it’s too late

Buildium

Vendor and Contractor Coordination Establish a network of reliable vendors and contractors. Keeping detailed records of the issue, actions taken, and communications can be vital for insurance claims and legal compliance. For instance, photographing water damage and logging repair efforts can support your insurance claims.

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Top 10 property management tax deductions for 2025

Buildium

Insurance Deductions Insurance you buy just for your business is deductiblefor example, business liability insurance or insurance for business property. If you have a home office, you can deduct a portion of your homeowners insurance.

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Navigating the Storm: Effective Crisis Management for Rental Properties

Real Property Management Evertrust

Update Your Insurance Coverage One of the best approaches to protect your rental property in a crisis is to have adequate insurance. At least yearly, you must review your insurance coverage to guarantee that it is conversant with any property updates or changes.

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6 Property Management Tax Mistakes: Are You Making Them?

Buildium

Insurance Insurance you buy for your business, such as business liability or property insurance. If you have a home office, you can deduct some of your homeowner’s insurance. When you hire an independent contractor, that cost is deductible, too. This deduction is scheduled to end on Jan.