Florida Landlord Tax Deductions 2025: Depreciation, Repairs vs. Improvements, and 1099-NEC
By Ackley Florida Property Management Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Experienced Orlando landlords know that every dollar saved on taxes is a dollar that can be reinvested. As the 2025 tax season approaches, it’s crucial to legally maximize deductions by understanding key tax rules. In this guide, we’ll cover the finer points of distin...
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Vacancy Math: When a $50 Discount Beats a Month Empty (With Calculator)
By Ackley Florida Property Management Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Owning a rental home in Orlando’s competitive fall 2025 market means making smart pricing decisions to keep your property occupied. One common dilemma for single-family rental owners is whether to hold out for full rent or drop the price slightly to fill a vacancy faster. T...
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By Ackley Florida Property Management Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Preparing for tax season is a crucial part of maximizing your returns as an Orlando single-family rental investor. Florida’s landlord-friendly tax environment (no state income tax on rental income) offers advantages, but you still must navigate federal rules to minimize you...
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Best Lease Clauses for Florida Landlords: Mold, Hurricanes, Pools, and Pest Control
By Ackley Florida Property Management Monday, November 17, 2025
Introduction In Orlando’s thriving single-family rental market, experienced property investors know that a strong lease is their first line of defense. Florida’s tropical climate and weather extremes pose unique challenges – from relentless humidity to hurricane...
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Vacancy Math: When a $50 Discount Beats a Month Empty (With Calculator)
By Ackley Florida Property Management Monday, November 3, 2025
Owning a single-family rental home in Central Florida means balancing rent price with vacancy risk. Every landlord – new or experienced – eventually faces the tough question: Is it better to hold out for full rent, or reduce the rent a bit to fill a vacancy faster? In...
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Florida Security Deposit Rules 2025: A Guide for Orlando Landlords
By Ackley Florida Property Management Friday, October 31, 2025
Intro: Managing security deposits properly is essential for single-family rental landlords in Orlando. Florida’s landlord-tenant laws set clear rules on how deposits must be held, when and how to notify tenants, and deadlines for returning funds. By understanding the update...
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Best Lease Clauses for Florida Landlords: Mold, Hurricanes, Pools, and Pest Control
By Ackley Florida Property Management Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Florida’s climate brings unique challenges for landlords – from relentless humidity and mold to hurricane threats, swimming pool upkeep, and year-round pests. Crafting the best lease clauses Florida landlord agreements can include is essential to protect your investme...
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Florida Security Deposits 2025: Exact Steps, Timelines, and Templates for Orlando Landlords
By Ackley Florida Property Management Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Welcome, first-time Orlando landlords! Handling a security deposit properly is one of the most important parts of managing a rental home. Florida’s landlord-tenant laws (Florida Statutes Chapter 83) set clear rules for collecting, holding, and returning security deposits &n...
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Out-of-State Owner’s Guide to Managing an Orlando Rental From Afar
By Ackley Florida Property Management Thursday, October 16, 2025
IntroductionInvesting in an Orlando-area rental property while living out of state can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. Whether you’re a first-time landlord or a seasoned remote investor, being hundreds of miles away from your single-family rental in Orlando (or nearby...
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Assistance Animals vs. Pets: Orlando Landlord Guide to HUD Rules, Screening, and Documentation
By Ackley Florida Property Management Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Pets vs. Assistance Animals: Understanding the DifferenceAssistance Animal or Pet? Under fair housing laws, an assistance animal — whether a trained service dog or an emotional support animal (ESA) — is not considered a pet. This category includes service animals (typ...
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