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Cleaning between tenants

$150-$600

Can You Write Off Cleaning Between Tenants?

Short answer: Yes: turnover cleaning, carpet shampooing, and junk removal are deductible rental expenses.

Rental income and expenses go on Schedule E; ordinary costs to manage and maintain the property are deductible in the year paid.

Records to keep: Keep leases, receipts, a log of repairs vs improvements, mileage to the property, and closing statements.