Here’s the latest rental activity and trends for the Phoenix Metro area for February 2021… Closed Rental Units: 1,595 (8.86% decrease year over year) Median Lease Rate: $1,755 (13.23% increase year over year) Average Lease Rate: $1,887 (9.90% increase year over year) Average Days on Market: 27 (3.57% decrease year over year)
Author: Rentals America
February 2021 Rental Market Update
Pay Off Mortgage vs Investing in a Rental Property
The issue at hand– You have a chunk of money (perhaps you received an inheritance, an annuity matured, you sold an asset, etc.), or you have a monthly increase (a raise, a debt paid, a rental property mortgage paid off). The question– Should I pay down/off my home mortgage, pay off a current rental property mortgage, or invest in …
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Safe Harbors and Your Rental Property Tax Deductions
In previous articles, we discussed tax deductions for landlords and repairs vs. improvements. Today we‘ll offer insight into ‘safe harbors.‘ The IRS offers three variations, which can help landlords sidestep the “Is this a repair or an improvement issue.“ Safe harbor for small taxpayers Safe harbor for routine maintenance De Minimis safe harbor Safe Harbor for Small Taxpayers (SHST) The SHST permits …
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Taxes – Repairs vs. Improvements
Maintaining your rental property is a given. From minor repairs to major renovations, these repairs and improvements can be deducted from your taxable income. The key is knowing the difference between a repair and an improvement. Repairs can be fully deducted in the year you experienced it. Improvements, however, must be depreciated over multiple years. …
Tax Time – Your Rental Property Meets April 15th
The many benefits of owning rental properties are well known. Unlike other investments, real estate has various avenues for profitability such as: monthly cash flow, property appreciation, equity growth from mortgage paydown, and the ability to use depreciation to reduce tax expenses. ALL GOOD THINGS! Of course, it’s important to properly report income, expenses and …
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January 2021 Rental Market Update
The rental market has continues to show strength with limited inventory and strong year-over-year rent rate growth. Here’s the latest rental activity and trends for the Phoenix Metro area for January 2021… Closed Rental Units: 1,612 (5.23% decrease year over year) Median Lease Rate: $1,700 (9.68% increase year over year) Average Lease Rate: $1,882 (8.04% increase year over …
Trending: Innovative Technology in Property Management During a Pandemic
To say 2021 will be a year of massive shifts and innovations in the property management industry is an understatement. Successful businesses are beginning to think on their feet and out of the box, using innovative technology is one of 2021s biggest survival trends. Property management businesses that traditionally rely solely on in-person communication are shifting gears –working with tenants, …
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The Lowdown on Rental Property Inspections – Part 2
Ultimately, regular inspections aim to protect, and if possible, improve the value of a landlord‘s property. In Part 1, we discussed the What, Why, and When of inspections. Today, we’ll talk about how to accomplish it. Property inspections correctly carried out, will ensure this tool benefits rather than hinders the landlord-tenant relationship and positively impacts tenant retention. The HOW of rental property inspections: Establish A Set of …
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The Lowdown on Rental Property Inspections – Part 1
Inspections are a crucial tool in the property management business. In fact, they rank as one of the very best ways to protect your income-earning rental property. Do you want your property to grow in value? Do you want to guard the earning potential for this property? Do you want to maintain a healthy cash flow? Of course, the answer to all …
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Rentals America Announces New Las Vegas, Nevada Location
Rentals America is pleased to announce the recent opening of our new office in Las Vegas, Nevada. Founded in 2007, Rentals America offers high-quality property management services for residential rental properties. Our mission is to provide professional excellence and customer service to make life easier for property owners, renters, and real estate agents. The Las …
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