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Repairs from water damage
In 2016 we had water damage inside of the house which resulted in the reconstruction of a mud room including the roof and floor. Insurance declined the homeowners claim. Can the cost of the repair be deducted?
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June 5, 2019
4:09 PM
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Deductions & credits
You can claim a Casualty and Theft Loss, which will flow to your Schedule A as a deduction. The deduction is limited to an amount that exceeds 10% of your AGI, plus $100. See below:
June 5, 2019
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Deductions & credits
For example, if your income was $50,000 and your casualty loss was $8000, $5000 is excluded (10%), so you can deduct $3000. Or $2900 when you take out the $100
June 5, 2019
4:09 PM