JamesG1
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State tax filing

You may report the $800 as an expense against rental property income.

 

This IRS FAQ states:

 

You can deduct the ordinary and necessary expenses for managing, conserving and maintaining your rental property. Ordinary expenses are those that are common and generally accepted in the business. Necessary expenses are those that are deemed appropriate, such as interest, taxes, advertising, maintenance, utilities and insurance.

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