I'm a realtor and had to pay a settlement to a contractor from a house flip. Can I deduct the settlement pymt as well as my legal fees?

[d2snow]

The property in question was sold in 2016 then contractor claimed monies owed, but case was not settled until 2018.

[DDollar]

If these expenses were all a part of your business as a realtor, then yes, they are tax deductible business expenses.