Financial Freedom & PerksSubsidize your mortgage.Offset ever-increasing property taxes.Split internet and streaming service bills.Reduce your monthly heating and cooling costs.Create a dedicated travel or vacation fund.Pay off personal student loans faster.Build up a home repair and maintenance reserve.Invest the extra rental income.Earn tax-free income (up to limits if you declare correctly).Write off a portion of home insurance.Claim depreciation on the rented portion of your home.Make your property work for you rather than sitting empty.Potentially save on hiring a landscaper or snow removal service.Create a safety net for unexpected job losses.Gain access to write-offs for home office equipment.Avoid having to move to a smaller, less desirable home.Have a steady income stream independent of volatile markets.Hedge against inflation.