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Blog Post What Happens If I Violate Fair Housing Law?

What Happens If I Violate Fair Housing Law?

It is common for self-managing landlords to have concerns about violating laws unknowingly. The legal side of rental real estate is extensive and it can be difficult to keep up with changing local, state, and federal laws. Below we share a brief overview of fair housing law, and ...
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Blog Post Common Legal Issues with Real Estate Attorney, Peter Smith

Common Legal Issues with Real Estate Attorney, Peter Smith

This article is transcribed from Episode 41 of The Accidental Landlord. Listen to the full episode here. Today we have Peter Smith with us, an Idaho attorney. Can you give us a brief introduction about yourself? I was born in North Idaho, and went to college in Washington. The...
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Blog Post Is my property management company doing a good job?

Is my property management company doing a good job?

As a property owner, it's important to know whether your property management company is doing a good job. After all, the success of your investment depends on their ability to effectively manage your property and keep it in good condition. Here are some key signs that can help yo...
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Blog Post De Minimis Safe Harbor and Your Rental Property: Maximizing Tax Benefits

De Minimis Safe Harbor and Your Rental Property: Maximizing Tax Benefits

De Minimis Safe Harbor Rental Property is a term used to describe a type of rental property that is exempt from certain tax regulations. This type of rental property can provide landlords with significant tax benefits and can help minimize the tax impact of rental income. In Vent...
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Blog Post The Current Economy with Attorney, Author, and Professor of Economics Howard Yaruss

The Current Economy with Attorney, Author, and Professor of Economics Howard Yaruss

This article is transcribed from Episode 42 of The Accidental Landlord. Listen to the full episode here. Today we have Howard Yaruss with us. Yaruss is an attorney, author and professor of economics at NYU. He recently published his first book Understandable Economics. Could y...
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Blog Post Why House Hacking is About More Than Cash Flow

Why House Hacking is About More Than Cash Flow

House hacking is a popular real estate investment strategy that involves buying a property and renting out a portion of it while living in the rest, with the goal of reducing or eliminating your housing expenses. Ideally, the rental income from your tenants should cover your mort...
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Blog Post 2022 Q4 Market Update with host, Peter McKenzie

2022 Q4 Market Update with host, Peter McKenzie

This article is transcribed from Episode 43 of The Accidental Landlord. Listen to the full episode here. Today we are going to do something a little different. There are a lot of changes in the rental market, and it's causing people a little bit of stress and concern about how...
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Blog Post HOAs and Short-Term Rentals with Attorney Patrick MacQueen

HOAs and Short-Term Rentals with Attorney Patrick MacQueen

This article is transcribed from Episode 44 of The Accidental Landlord. Listen to the full episode here. Today we have Patrick MacQueen with us! Patrick is a guy who is not just an attorney but is also the author of Nasty Neighbors. Can you give us a brief introduction about y...
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Blog Post Why Working with a Pro Real Estate Agent is Essential for Successful House Hacking

Why Working with a Pro Real Estate Agent is Essential for Successful House Hacking

House hacking is the latest buzz in the real estate world, and it's no wonder why. It's a smart way for first-time homebuyers to generate income and cover their mortgage payments. But, here's the thing, you need to work with a real estate agent who knows their stuff when it comes...
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Blog Post Understanding The Benefits of House Hacking

Understanding The Benefits of House Hacking

House hacking is a popular real estate investment strategy that can help property owners reduce their housing costs and generate rental income. The concept is simple: buy a property with multiple units or bedrooms, live in one part of it, and rent out the other parts to tenants. ...
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