LeonardS
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Investors & landlords

No, the IRS only allows usage as a percentage, not by the room count.  You will apportion the common area by percentage also.  For example, if the shared common area is 200 SqFT and it is used equally then 100 Sq Ft can be allocated to the rental area that is solely used for rental purposes.

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