Can you clarify a few things for me please? I believe there may be a way.
I do believe I qualify as a real estate professional b/c I am the contractor who is DIY'ing my rental properties.
Are you a licensed contractor? Do you have ownership in the business? What type of business is it? I've attached a word document that list the 7 basic business types. Please read through it and let me know what type your business is. With that information, I can better tailor my response to your specific situation so I don't cause "information overload" with items that just flat out don't apply to you. I'm hoping your trip may be deductible after all - just not on the SCH E. WHere you claim it depends on the type of business. Additionally, depending on the type of business, there are other things that may be deductible. (or not!)
