Donald owns a two-family home. He rents out the first floor and resides on the s
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Donald owns a two-family home. He rents out the first floor and resides on the second floor. The following expenses attributable to the total building were incurred by Donald for the year ended December 31, 2011: Real estate taxes 1,800 Mortgage interest 1,200 Utilities 1,000 Repairs (first floor) 300 Painting (second floor) 400 In addition, the depreciation attributable to the entire building would be $2,000. What is the total amount of the expenses that Donald can deduct on Schedule E of Form 1040 (before any limitations)? Answer $3,300 $4,000 $5,300 $3,350Explanation / Answer
900 real estate taxes 600 mortgage interest 500 utilities 300 repairs 0 painting 1000 depreciation = 3300 answer: $3,300