What This Guide Helps You Do
By the time you finish this step-by-step manual, you’ll be able to:
- ✅ Record rental payments handled by your property manager
- ✅ Enter your monthly owner’s statement in one simple transaction
- ✅ Keep your QuickBooks file current every month (no backlog headaches)
- ✅Run custom QuickBooks reports to monitor your manager’s performance
- ✅ Spot overspending or under-spending on repairs and maintenance
- ✅ Track your cash flow at a glance
- ✅Compare actual rent collected vs. scheduled rent
This isn’t about generic bookkeeping. It’s about managing your community’s finances the right way.
Why Every Landlord Needs This Guide
Hiring a property management company doesn’t mean giving up control of your investments.
You worked hard to purchase your properties, you deserve to know they’re being managed efficiently, honestly and profitably.
Every month, your manager sends you a statement and (hopefully) a check. This book shows you how to:
- Quickly read and enter those statements into QuickBooks
- Get instant insights into property performance
- See exactly where your money is going
- Hold your management company accountable with clear financials
The Power of QuickBooks for Landlords
Spot Trends
See if repair costs are creeping up or staying in line
Monitor Rent Payments
Track whether tenants are paying on time
Prevent Surprises
Know the financial health of your rentals at all times
Stay Audit-Ready
Keep clean, organized records
- Step-by-Step QuickBooks Instructions — Tailored for landlords with property managers
- Cash Flow Tracking Templates — So you always know your position
- Report Setup Guides — To monitor rent, expenses and trends
- Best Practices — Avoid the common mistakes landlords make
- Quick Entry System — Record your monthly statement in minutes
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You don’t need to guess what’s happening with your rentals, you just need the right system to keep your books accurate and your investment protected.