RobertB4444
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Investors & landlords

The usual rule of thumb is that if it is new equipment that will last more than five years then you can add it to the basis.  Otherwise not so much.

 

In your case I would say the hot water heater can be added to the basis but the well pump that you've replaced more than once is probably just a repair expense.

 

@rahosmer 

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