Generally, prospects of permanently increased cash rents lead to increases in farmland prices. Since 2006, average cash rents in Illinois increased from $132 per acre in 2006 to $234 per acre in 2014, representing an increase of 77%.
If you're a landlord and claim rental income on your home, your homeowners' insurance on the portion of the property used for rental becomes tax-deductible. When you own several properties and those properties are used only for rental income, then all of the homeowners' insurance is tax-deductible. Consult your tax preparer for more details on how to deduct homeowners' insurance.
Any accidental losses must exceed 10% of your adjusted gross income to be considered a tax deductible expense. Home Offices: Homeowners can deduct a portion of their utilities, home insurance, property taxes, mortgage interest, and home repairs as business expenses. Homeowners who work at home can even claim a tax break for depreciation on the business portion of their home.