First-Time Landlord: Your Guide to Renting Out a Single-Family Home

The 101 on earning rental income from a single-family home

Do you own a house you'd like to rent out rather than sell? It's a common scenario in today's market, especially if you've inherited a house, are moving to another home, or are buying an investment property. And the logical next step might be for you to become a first-time landlord. Follow the advice in this book to ease into your new role and earn substantial profits while avoiding costly mistakes.

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• Learn your legal obligations.
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• Estimate costs and profits.
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• Choose good tenants and avoid problem ones.
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• Make the most of valuable tax deductions.
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• Handle repairs and property management tasks.
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The 7th edition is updated to cover the latest IRS limits regarding landlord tax deductions.