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Flip rehab costs for house flippers

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Can You Write Off Flip Rehab Costs for House Flippers?

Short answer: Rehab costs aren't deducted as you go; they're added to the property's cost and reduce your profit when sold.

Flip profits are ordinary income and usually subject to self-employment tax.

Records to keep: Keep receipts, 1099s and platform tax summaries, a mileage log, and a note of the business purpose.