How do I deduct renovation expenses on an un-rented apartment?

I purchased a duplex as an investment/rental in 2015. I live in the upstairs apartment and plan on renting out the downstairs apartment. I spent all of 2016 renovating the downstairs apt. how should I deduct these expenses if I plan on renting out the downstairs apt. in 2017 (when the renovation will be complete)?

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How do I deduct renovation expenses on an un-rented apartment?

Expenses incurred prior to the unit being put on the rental market are not deductible. Renovation costs are added to the cost basis of the unit.

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How do I deduct renovation expenses on an un-rented apartment?

So I can only take into account these expenses whenever I sell the duplex?

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