Friday, November 19, 2010

Pasadena REALTOR and Landlord’s Guide: So You Want to Become a Landlord?

US Court of Appeals, Pasadena, California.Image via Wikipedia

Here are reasons why Pasadena REALTORs and homeowners become landlords:

  1. It is a source of income. They are staking low risks to have a steady flow of rental income and appreciation of the value of the property.

  2. Operating expenses and depreciation expense are deducted from the income resulting to lower tax due.

  3. Taxes on property appreciation is deferred and paid only after the property is sold.

  4. Additional income to their compensation income from their regular job.

  5. A boost on their professional skills, responsibility capability and confidence.


There are several factors that should be considered before becoming a landlord.

  1. Time

  2. Tenant issues

  3. Renting out difficulties or too much vacancies

  4. Legal troubles

  5. Cash on hand required for taxes, administrative and operational expenses.

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