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posted Jun 3, 2019 4:49:36 PM

Can or how are realtor commission expenses on sale of vacant property deducted?

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Level 15
Jun 3, 2019 4:49:37 PM

The realtor commission is not deducted; it is added to the property's cost basis when calculating the capital gain, thus reducing the taxable capital gain.

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Level 15
Jun 3, 2019 4:49:37 PM

The realtor commission is not deducted; it is added to the property's cost basis when calculating the capital gain, thus reducing the taxable capital gain.