My bookkeeping firm provides me with a steady active income, which allows me to keep doing deals, cover unexpected expenses, and navigate the occasional black swan event.

It’s always a good idea to consult a tax professional or real estate bookkeeper to ensure you maximize your deductions while staying compliant.

My bookkeeping practice pays me active income, so my priority is equity.For debt loans, you will see 10-15% annualized, depending on your experience as an operator.

I will just have my bookkeeper bill a flat amount monthly from Jan 1st on. 

@Keetaek HongI use QuickBooks Online (QBO) for my flipping business, rental businesses, and bookkeeping clients.However, many on the forums will advise against QBO.

The bookkeeping is the only part that is homework for me.

In each category, note how much you are bothered or stressed on a 1 to 5 scale, with 1 = not bothered at all and 5 = stressed out: Pain Points Stress1 to 5 Pain Points Stress1 to 5 Unit turnover Exterior maintenance Advertising for available units Deferred capital expenditures Tenant screening rules Plumbing or electrical emergencies Tenant selection / discrimination rules Mortgage payments Documenting move-in conditions Bookkeeping and bill paying Documenting ongoing conditions Taxes and insurance premiums Dealing with tenant complaints Risk of late payments or non-payments Dealing with neighbor complaints Risk of property damage or vandalism Mold, termites and rodents Premises liability Interior maintenance Evicting tenants If your completed table has mostly 1s and 2s, then congratulations—you are a happy landlord!

They can guide you on tax advantages, asset protection, and multi-state strategies.A HELOC is a smart way to leverage your equity—ensure your financing structure aligns with your long-term goals.Since you plan to add multiple properties annually, consider setting up bookkeeping and financial tracking systems early to streamline your operations.Best of luck with your BRRRR journey—it sounds like you’re off to a strong start!

@Bao Vu From a bookkeeper's perspective, here's how this should be reflected:Tax Basis for the Flip:For tax purposes, the purchase price of the property you flipped (bought in 2023, sold in 2024) will count as part of your cost basis.

The other option would be diving deep with a bookkeeper to have them help run more updated books than just monthly.