tenantcloud Podcast

A landlord isn't just a person who takes care of a rental and collects rent payments. A landlord is also someone who creates favorable living conditions for their tenants by keeping the rental property in a good condition and preventing costly repairs.

Everyone knows that landlording is a stressful job, especially if you have got multiple properties to manage. There is always something that needs to be fixed, someone who is demanding a showing at 5 a.m., and tons of paperwork waiting for your undivided attention. It is impossible to avoid stress, but you can learn to control it. Using time management techniques and well-thought strategies, you can even enjoy the problems you’re dealing with.

Check out our podcast on the most relevant real estate news that you definitely don’t want to miss.

Knowing just how best to present your rental business in the event of an audit is very important. To help with this we have the Cohan Rule, which applies especially to small rental businesses when receipts are hard to track.

Chris and Taylor from TenantCloud are discussing latest rent control laws approved in Oregon, California, and Illinois. Listen till the end to understand all the cons and pros of rent control and whether support or dismiss such regulations.

Chris and Taylor from TenantCloud are going over best tax deductions for landlords to keep in mind, especially during the tax season. Loan interest, business credit card interest, property depreciation, insurance, business fees and taxes, professional services, and utilities are described in detail.

Chris and Taylor from TenantCloud on active and passive activity differences, passive activity losses, when you can consider yourself a real estate professional, and other tips for landlords at tax time.