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posted Mar 27, 2023 1:11:19 PM

Would damages by my tenant to my property are considered an expanse? My tenant trashed my house before moving out so I had to replace the carpet, paint and remove junk.

would damages by my tenant to my property are considered an expanse? My tenant trashed my house before moving out so I had to replace the carpet, paint and remove a house full of junk. May I claim these cost as expenses?

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Expert Alumni
Mar 27, 2023 1:25:26 PM

Repairs of damages done to a rental property and the cost of cleaning up can be deducted as rental expenses.