DavidD66
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Deductions & credits

If you choose to capitalize and depreciate the cost of your roof, you should select "Real Estate" and it will be depreciated over 27 1/2 years.  You may want to review the IRS Tangible property regulations – Frequently asked questions to see if your "new roof" qualifies for expensing as opposed to capitalizing.  

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