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Tenant Improvement Costs

$612-$2448

Can You Write Off Tenant Improvement Costs?

Short answer: Tenant Improvement Costs — Commercial Real Estate & Leases for established Gen X businesses

Commercial real estate expenses including rent, leases, property taxes, maintenance, and improvements are deductible as ordinary business expenses. Leasehold improvements may be depreciated over the lease term or 15 years. Property insurance, utilities, and maintenance contracts are fully deductible. Proper documentation is required.

Records to keep: Keep receipts and document business use. Deductible if ordinary and necessary for your trade or business.