BLT - Property Expenses

Hi I have a BLT property which was vacated by previous tenant, can the following expenses be claimed back as part of SA tax returns 1) Professional cost to paint entire house 2) Cost of Council tax whilst the property was empty 3) Cost to replace the flooring/carpet in house due to previously carpet being too worn (and damaged) for professional steam cleaning 4) Purchase of power tools to carry out minor repairs, (as DIY repairs), instead of paying high fees to professional trades person for certain aspects of the property maintenance repairs Assuming the above are deductible expenses, what would each of the above expenses fall under in terms of categories in the SA form. Thanks

Hi,

The expenses in 1-3 can be claimed against the rental. The DIY tools cannot as these can be used for personal use. The paint and flooring wil lbe claimed under repais and maintenance, box 25. The council tax can be claimed under rent, rates at box 24.

Thank you.

Thanks for reviewing and providing the clarification. I have a follow-up question, is the cost of materials disposal claimable (old carpet/flooring/empty paint pots, other items left behind by previous tenant etc) via a skip hire, what section of the SA can this cost be claimed against. Thanks

Hi,

Yes, as this would be seen as repairs and maintenance and claimed under this category.

Thank you.