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Some Tax-Deductible Home Improvements
April 9, 2024 Residential Real Estate. Realtor Mag.

Historic Home Upgrades:
The Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit(link is external) could apply if homeowners are undergoing a renovation of a historic home. Historic homes can qualify for this tax credit and other grants since many organizations wish to preserve historical buildings. Taking advantage of these can help lower the financial burden of potential repairs while helping to restore a home’s original beauty. Here are some sample projects:
• Upgrading or replacing old pipes may qualify for this tax credit and may be necessary to bring the home up to code and help prevent water damage.
• Replacing deteriorated parts in the structure of a home, like posts or beams, may qualify for this credit. Replacement should be visually similar to the original and at least equal to the original’s load-bearing capabilities.
• Fully replacing a deteriorating set of stairs using the same or compatible substitute material can make a home safer and also may qualify for this tax credit. The new set of stairs should look similar to the original.

Medically Necessary Upgrades:
Homeowners could potentially include medically necessary home upgrades as a part of a medical expense deduction(link is external). These include improvements that help make a home more accommodating for a person with a disability, spouse or dependents that live in the home. The amount that can be included in a medical expense deduction depends on how the improvement impacts the home’s value:
• If the home’s value increases as a result of the improvement, the medical expense is considered the cost of the improvement minus the increase in home value.
• If the home’s value does not increase, it can include the entire cost in the medical expense deduction.
Homeowners can invest in upgrades that can help make their home more accessible and help prevent future maintenance issues (which is especially important if they plan to age in place). For example, lowering kitchen cabinets or installing pull-down shelves can help prevent potential falls and damage when straining for out-of-reach items. Here are some sample projects:

• Installing modified smoke detectors and other monitoring systems can help alert those with a disability, like alarms with strobe lights for those who are hard of hearing. Smart monitoring systems, like water leak detectors, can also make it easier to detect issues early in hard-to-reach areas.
• Grading, or leveling, the ground can improve accessibility and also help protect a home from water runoff. Grading can help reduce steep slopes and create more accessible pathways for those with mobility challenges. It can also help direct runoff away from a home and prevent standing water.
• Bathroom modifications, like grab bars and railings, can help prevent slips and falls. These modifications also can help prevent water splashes that could lead to mold or mildew over time.

Home Office Repairs and Improvements:
Homeowners may be eligible to deduct home office repair expenses(link is external) if they have a dedicated part of their home that they regularly use as their main place of business. The amount that can be deducted depends on whether the project impacts the entire home or just the office. Home office improvements are not tax deductible and would be categorized similarly to capital improvements. Here are some sample projects:
• If installing a full home security system, homeowners could potentially deduct the cost of maintaining and monitoring the system that relates to the business part of their home.
• Repairing damaged outlets and wiring may be tax deductible and, more importantly, a crucial project to help prevent electrical fires and potential damage to devices. Electrical distribution or lighting equipment (which includes wiring and outlets) was the leading cause of home property damage from 2016 to 2020, according to the April 2023 National Fire Protection Association Home Structure Fires Report.
• Replacing home office windows with dual or triple-pane windows to help improve insulation and reduce noise also may be eligible. In addition to the tax benefits, homeowners may find it good for resale value, too, since this can help lower the need for cooling and heating and lower the strain on an HVAC system.

Capital Improvements:
Capital improvements are projects that extend a home’s life, add value or refit a home for new uses. These differ from home repairs, which are part of property maintenance but don’t necessarily add value (like fixing a leak). There are some limitations to the types of eligible improvements. For example, homeowners cannot include the cost of installing carpeting if they later remove it. They also cannot include energy-related improvements if they received subsidies or tax credits for those improvements.

Homeowners can add the value of qualifying capital improvements to the cost basis(link is external) of their home. When they sell their home one day, they may be able to subtract their adjusted cost basis from the sale price. This can help reduce the amount of capital gains taxes they may owe. However, they’ll also need to take into account the tax implications(link is external) of the capital gains from the sale of their home.
Although homeowners won’t see tax benefits from these improvements right away, these projects can help proactively protect a home by getting ahead of potential issues. Here are some sample projects:

• Installing a new HVAC system to replace one that’s over 10 to 25 years old(link is external), isn’t running efficiently or is worn beyond repair can help save money and help protect a home. A modern and efficient HVAC system can improve air circulation, maintain temperature control, and help cut down on utility costs in the process.
• Installing attic insulation can cost about $1.80 per square foot and can help reduce heating and cooling costs, easing stress on an HVAC system. A better-insulated attic can also help maintain a roof’s temperature and prevent related damage, like the expanding and contracting that can occur with winter ice dams.
• Installing water softeners can help reduce calcium and magnesium in the water. This helps reduce buildup in plumbing fixtures and pipes and helps appliances run more efficiently and last longer.

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