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People use AI to write work emails and to search for Valentine’s Day gift ideas, so it’s natural to wonder whether it can file your taxes, too. Just imagine typing, “ChatGPT, here’s my W-2 and 1099-K. Do my taxes and make no errors!” It may be a nice idea, but experts says using AI to do your taxes is a risky and likely unnecessary move. TurboTax’s Keela Robison, who oversees the company’s AI efforts as vice president of product management, tells Money that Intuit extensively tested leading AI models ahead of this tax season — and determined the technology is not yet reliable enough to trust for tax preparation. “Look, AI is great at a... Read more
ChatGPT is starting to offer advertising, and while that isn’t surprising, the early details matter, especially for anyone used to the sheer number of metrics...
Key takeaways Fix-and-flip market conditions improved in Q4 2025, with the Fix and Flip Market Index (FFMI) posting its largest quarterly gain in 3 years....
In property management, strong customer service is often praised as the key to successful leasing and resident retention. Leasing professionals are encouraged to be...
Landlords looking to upgrade their heating/cooling systems in their rentals should consider heat pumps among their options. This somewhat new technology is better for...
Running a rent special should never be viewed as an admission of failure. It’s a standard leasing lever that helps apartment communities address vacancy or seasonal shifts in demand—something every property experiences, no matter how well it’s managed or how popular it is with renters. When a special is needed, most teams start with a community-wide offer because it’s easy to implement and promote. We’re talking the classic “First Month’s Rent Free” or “$500 Move-In Bonus.” Those are familiar incentives to operators and renters, and they work. But applying community-wide specials too often can create unintended challenges. It isn’t the special itself—it’s... Read more
Even though we are in the middle of winter, spring will be here before we know it, and maintenance managers know that a proactive approach is key to staying prepared and...
Competition in the multifamily housing market is intensifying, with new developments offering upgraded amenities, leasing incentives, and smart-home features. These...
Here are 3 steps to help deal with tenants and frozen pipes and hopefully avoid the problem in your rentals and the maintenance calls that can result this winter. No. 1...
A small amount of preparation early can help landlords avoid late payments, excessive complaints, property damage, and other issues that often stem from rushed or...
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