Every Landlord’s Tax Deduction Guide

The only book on tax deductions specifically for residential landlords! Named a "Top 10 Real Estate Book" by Robert Bruss, syndicated real estate columnist If you own rental property, you should be taking advantage of the many tax write-offs available. Every Landlord's Tax Deduction Guide gives residential landlords the plain-English guide they need to save money on taxes -- without the services of a pricey accounting firm. This book explains how to maximize your deductions without drawing the ire of the IRS. Find out how to: -fill out IRS Schedule E -take real estate tax credits -figure out if an expense is a repair (deductible) or an improvement (depreciable) -maximize your depreciation deductions -deduct losses arising from real estate ownership -keep proper tax records -deduct home office, travel, and casualty losses Every Landlord's Tax Deduction Guide is comprehensive yet easy to read and provides interesting real-world examples. This edition is completely updated for 2012 returns and reflects the latest tax information and numbers.