Learning Center

We keep you up-to-date on the latest tax changes and news in the industry.

Tax Strategies: Transforming Your Home into a Rental

Converting your primary residence into a rental property is not just a change in property use—it's a shift in how you need to approach your tax strategy. Image 3 Understanding how this decision affects your property’s income tax treatment is crucial for maximizing potential deductions and avoiding pitfalls.

The basis for depreciation, an essential aspect of rental property management, is determined by the lesser value between the property's fair market value (FMV) or its adjusted basis at the conversion date. This calculation affects your annual tax deductions and, ultimately, your return on investment.

Another key consideration in this conversion is the impact on the home sale exclusion—a significant tax benefit that could be lost. When you transition your home from personal use, you must account for the potential loss of tax-free gains on the property's future sale.

Implementing a strategic plan when converting your home to a rental can optimize your tax outcomes. A thorough understanding of these tax implications ensures that your transition to property rental is both financially rewarding and tax-efficient. Image 2

Share this article...

Want our best tax and accounting tips and insights delivered to your inbox?

Sign up for our newsletter.

I confirm this is a service inquiry and not an advertising message or solicitation. By clicking “Submit”, I acknowledge and agree to the creation of an account and to the and .