But, in 2021 I was lived in a different state and changed my address to that state for a few months.
What do you mean by "changed my address"? Basically, if you changed your residency, that matters. Not only for the rental, but possibly for tax purposes too.
I'm now wondering if you moved yourself and your family into the rental during your renovation period and did other things that would constitute a change of residency, or possibly classify the property as your "second home" for that period of time. If so, that changes things dramatically.
I'm not trying to pry into personal business here, but if it's not to much trouble, could you explain in more detail? I just want to help you ensure that in case of an audit (not likely, but not impossible) you don't end up on the short end of the stick with the IRS.
