Tools

Business Operations Tools for Real Estate

Software in the business operations category, with what each one does well and where it falls short.

QuickBooks

Bookkeeping for commission income, expenses, and quarterly tax planning.

  • Accounting
  • Expenses
  • Tax Prep
Best for
Tracking commission income and business expenses year-round

Strengths

  • Standard for bookkeepers and CPAs
  • Automatic bank feeds
  • Mileage and receipt capture

Things to consider

  • Setup benefits from a bookkeeper
  • Not real-estate specific — talk to your own tax professional
Business OperationsFree core accounting

Wave

Lightweight bookkeeping and invoicing for solo agents with simple finances.

  • Accounting
  • Invoicing
Best for
Newer agents keeping fixed costs low in year one

Strengths

  • Free accounting features
  • Simple invoicing
  • Easy to learn

Things to consider

  • Fewer advanced reports
  • Limited support options

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