Write-Off Catalog

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Tenant portals

$10–$500

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Dispatch Software

$2.4k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Compliance Software

$100–$1k

Regulatory compliance tools for financial services.

Uniforms and Safety Gear

$1.5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Accounting Fees

$18k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Mileage to open houses

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Express lane fees

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Heavy truck depreciation

$80k–$150k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Truck wash services

$1.8k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Herman Miller Aeron Chair

$115–$345

Remote/Hybrid

Home office equipment for remote work is deductible when used exclusively for business. With the rise of remote work, these items are now essential business infrastructure. Proper documentation is required.

Emergency tire service

$2.8k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Home Office (Real Estate)

$85k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Snow removal

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Trips to inspect units

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

CAD/CAM Software

$1k–$10k

Computer-aided design and manufacturing software.

Steel-toe boots when required

$150

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Business Wiki Software

$5–$15

All Industries

Internal knowledge base for business documentation.

DOT physical exams

$95

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Legal Fees

$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Business Loan Interest

$4.8k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

HOA Fees

Varies

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Semi-truck lease payments

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Property management platforms

$8.8k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Background check services

$800

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Vehicle Repairs

$850

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Cargo insurance

$12k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Commercial Property Insurance

$605–$2.4k

Business insurance premiums are fully deductible as ordinary business expenses under IRC §162. This includes general liability, professional liability, property insurance, and commercial auto. Key person life insurance premiums are generally not deductible, but death benefits are tax-free. Self-insurance reserves are not deductible. Proper documentation is required.

Adjustable Wrench Set

$30–$300

Adjustable wrenches for trades.

High-visibility vests

$150

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Video Editing Software

$250–$1k

Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve.

Termite treatment

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Tree trimming

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Freight Claims

$450

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

CAT scale fees

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Property Taxes

$8.8k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

ConvertKit Creator

$114–$285

Content creation equipment and software are deductible business expenses. Whether you're on YouTube, TikTok, Twitch, or other platforms, equipment, software subscriptions, and services used to create monetized content qualify under IRC §162. Keep receipts and document business use percentage. Proper documentation is required.

DAT load board fees

$45

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Two-way radio services

$4k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Fleet tracking platforms

$2.5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Credit report fees

$99

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Property Management Fees

$8.8k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Tolls

$1.8k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Gutter cleaning

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

DOT-compliant safety gear

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Equipment loan interest

$4.8k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Gas for delivery vans

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Eviction attorney fees

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Coolant bulk

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Product Liability Insurance

$5.5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your e-commerce / online sellers / resellers business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Box truck leases

$50k–$90k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Cost segregation studies

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Physical damage coverage

$500–$50k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Load Boards

$1.2k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Delivery van tires

$4.2k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

ELD compliance fees

$600

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

GPS and Fleet Tracking

$480

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Truck Lease Payments

$12k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Tenant Screening

Varies

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Weigh Station and Scale Fees

$450

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Tenant placement fees

$58

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Per diem while away from tax home

$55

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Call Center Software

$50–$200

Inbound/outbound call center software.

Vehicle Insurance

$7.5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

DOT and FMCSA Compliance

$2.8k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Bridge tolls between hubs

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

IFTA and IRP Fees

Varies

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Customer delivery parking

$2.2k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Audio Interface

$100–$2k

Audio recording interface for media production.

Access Control System

$1k–$10k

Key fob or card access for gym facility.

Inspector fees

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Residential rental building depreciation

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Last-mile delivery routes

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Fixing a broken faucet

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Diesel at truck stops

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Certified scale tickets

$150

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Working capital loan interest

$4.8k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Investment property loan interest

$4.8k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Leasing fees

$58

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Route optimization subscriptions

$2.5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

HVAC servicing

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Plumber invoices

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Lawn care contracts

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Truckstop.com subscriptions

$42

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Lodging Away From Tax Home

Varies

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Drug and alcohol testing programs

$45

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Business cell plan for dispatchers

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Dedicated home office for brokerage

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

HVAC unit replacements

$25–$5k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Tires

Varies

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Substack Pro

$34–$85

Digital products and online services are deductible as ordinary business expenses. Software subscriptions, web hosting, domain registration, and online tools are fully deductible when used for business. Proper documentation is required.

Advertising Vacancies

Varies

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Contractor Payments

Varies

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your real estate / landlords / property managers / agents business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Brake service

$500–$50k

May be deductible when purchased for ordinary and necessary use in your logistics / trucking / delivery / last-mile business. Documentation of business purpose is usually required.

Airport cargo parking

$550