If you own rental property, you’ll need to file a Schedule E tax form with the IRS to report rental income income or losses. Schedule E is filed along with your Form 1040 individual income tax return.
Like with almost any dollar you earn in the United States, if you earn rental income, you must report this on your taxes.
If you’re a new real estate investor, you might ask yourself, “Will the IRS know about my rental income?” The answer is simple: Yes, the IRS will know if you have rental income. And if you try to ...