Can I deduct utilities that I paid (water for lawn and electricity for AC in hot, humid Florida) while a rental property was vacant?

asp1981 · ‎June 4, 2019

MaryK1 · ‎June 4, 2019

Yes, if the property was "available" as a rental (even if it vacant because of repairs or lack of renter). This is in contrast with personal use (like a vacation or second home for you) or held for investment (with no intention of renting, specifically holding until it is sold).

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MaryK1 · ‎June 4, 2019

Yes, if the property was "available" as a rental (even if it vacant because of repairs or lack of renter). This is in contrast with personal use (like a vacation or second home for you) or held for investment (with no intention of renting, specifically holding until it is sold).

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asp1981 · ‎June 4, 2019

Excellent, thank you for your wonderfully concise and helpful answer! For a follow up: should I enter these under "Utilities" or "Maintenance"?

MaryK1 · ‎June 4, 2019

Utilities.

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asp1981 · ‎June 4, 2019

Brilliant, you rock MaryK1!

MaryK1 · ‎June 4, 2019

Thank you, glad to help!

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Can I deduct utilities that I paid (water for lawn and electricity for AC in hot, humid Florida) while a rental property was vacant?