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Tax accounting for rental property management: What landlords should know

Buildium

If your rental expenses exceed your rental income, you might not be able to deduct the excess loss against other income unless you actively participate in the rental activity. Real Estate Professional Status If you qualify as a real estate professional, you might be able to avoid the passive activity loss rules.

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What Is GCI (Gross Commission Income) In Real Estate?

Bay Property Management Group

Ever wondered how real estate agents make their money from a property deal? But what is GCI in real estate? If you’re looking to understand how the money flows in real estate transactions, you’re in the right place. What Is Gross Commission Income (GCI) in Real Estate?

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What Is Phrogging in Real Estate?

Bay Property Management Group

As our rental property management in Northern Virginia can tell you, phrogging is a real problem. Phrogging (pronounced as frogging ) happens when someone trespasses onto your property and hides out on it. Want to make sure your property is protected? The post What Is Phrogging in Real Estate?

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Best Property Management Software for 2025

American Apartment Owners Association

Below, we’ll examine why you need property management software , why Innago is the ideal solution, and how it will change and transform the way you manage your rental properties. With innovations in technology and cloud software, property management software is now the most productive and efficient solution.

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What is an Owner Statement? Everything You Need to Know

Osprey Property Management

Whether you own a single rental property or a vast real estate portfolio in Hampton, VA, understanding your owner statement is essential. These financial reports, issued by rental property management companies , provide critical insights into your investment's performance.

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28 marketing strategies for property management companies

Buildium

This can be a powerful tool for property management companies looking to increase their online visibility quickly. Google Ads: Create targeted Google Ads campaigns using relevant keywords such as “property management services” and “rental property management.”

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How to Invest in Real Estate: Guide for Beginners

American Apartment Owners Association

You have probably heard at some point that real estate is a great investment or real estate is the best way to earn additional income. While its great to know that real estate is a good investment, its even better to know how to actually invest in it. How much money do you need for an investment property?