But wouldn't the IRS object if the replacement took place, not for normal wear and tear rather due to premature interruption of the useful life expectancy of the appliance? In other words, why not make the tenant pay for the replacement instead of me buying a depreciable replacement appliance and depreciate it over 5 years? Wouldnt the IRS frown upon me if I did not try to recover the cost of the abused appliance first? Thanks,
