Running your own business is hard work, especially when you’re focused on helping other people find their dream homes. The last thing you need hanging over your head is the worry of small business bookkeeping and accounting. Knowing the best financial practices for realtors, real estate agents, real estate brokers and property managers can help you to do things right the first time and end up saving you time, money and a headache.
These 10 articles will give you a great place to start and we’re always here to help if you have any more questions about your business.
How to Track and Separate Business and Personal Expenses as a Realtor or Real Estate Agent
The line between business and personal are easily blurred, especially when you use things like your car or cellphone for both. Find out the best practices for separating your personal expenses and your business expenses.
How to Legally Structure a Real Estate Partnership or Agency
Do you know the difference between a general partnership, limited partnership and a limited liability company? Find out which is the best fit for you and how to go about setting it up.
The Top 10 Tax Deductions for Realtors and Real Estate Agents
Running your own business is expensive; make sure you know how to get the deductions you are entitled to. When you know what deductions to look for you can make the best use of your time and money.
What You Can and Cannot Deduct for Advertising Your Real Estate Business
The best way to get your name out there as a realtor is through advertising. You know you can deduct your business cards and Internet advertisements, but what about giveaways or promotional products?
Top 4 Tips on Tracking Mileage and Deducting Vehicle Expenses as a Real Estate Agent
You have a lot more vehicle deduction options than just counting milage from driving clients around. Find out the best ways to get the most money for your miles.
6 Ways to Save Time and Money on Bookkeeping and Accounting as a Realtor or Real Estate Agent
Bookkeeping and accounting are one of the most important aspects of running your own business. Do you know the difference between the two and are you keeping up?
How to Calculate Self-Employment Taxes for Real Estate Professionals and Agents
One of the best parts of being self employed is being able to work as much or as little as you want; however, making sure you’re taking out your own taxes isn’t as alluring. Make sure you pay Uncle Sam right the first time around.
How Do I Figure My Estimated Quarterly Taxes? For Realtors, Real Estate Brokers, and Property Managers
The IRS considers realtors, real estate agents, brokers, and property managers as self-employed, and therefore; are subject to pay quarterly taxes. Do you know how to calculate them?
How to Develop an Exit Strategy for Your Real Estate Agency Partnership
While things with your real estate partner may seem to be going great right now you never know what life is going to throw at you. Take time to plan an exit strategy for both your benefits.
How to Develop a Succession Plan for Your Real Estate Partnership
As your business grows and develops you should have a plan that helps you assess who could become a leader within your partnership. Consider all who will be affected by your decisions.
