Deductibles

[whitetiger818]

If I installed new windows and a new roof , but I did not claim this my income taxes, can I still omit it?  Or is the Standard Deduction of $24800, better .

[DoninGA]

Improvements to a personal residence, not used as a rental or in a business, are not deductible on a tax return.  You can add the cost of the improvements to the basis of the home when it is sold.

[whitetiger818]

This is my second home I own. Is claiming windows and roof for it is separate from the standard deduction 

[DoninGA]

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@whitetiger818 wrote:

This is my second home I own. Is claiming windows and roof for it is separate from the standard deduction 

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The same for the second home if it is not being used as a rental or in a business.