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Marcus R.
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Tax deductions for pets used in real estate business?

Marcus R.
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Denver CO
Posted Jul 5 2022, 11:27

This is a bit of a weird question but under any structure (Sole prop, LLC, etc...) does anyone write off pet expenses if your pet is legitimately used in your business? I know it's a bit of a stretch, but I've heard of some pretty extreme tax deductions so figured it's worth asking.

My thought is…if you niche is pet friendly rentals (multiple pets allowed, no breed restrictions, low monthly pet fee, majority of tenants have pets, close to dog parks, etc..) and you use your pet to advertise your rentals through daily social media posts and can validate the hours “worked” by the pet for filming and posting content then perhaps the pet expenses can be deducted.

Thoughts? Has anyone tried this?

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Ryan Williams
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Ryan Williams
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  • Denver
Replied Jul 5 2022, 13:20

Hi @Marcus R., I honestly have no idea, but I love the concept haha! People write off anything and with pets being widely loved by our country/state, I wouldn't be surprised if there were some rights out there that your pets could exercise! would love for some CPA's to chime in!

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Matthew Paul#2 Contractors Contributor
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Matthew Paul#2 Contractors Contributor
  • Severna Park, MD
Replied Jul 5 2022, 14:24

Let me know how it works for you .   Sounds like a red flag to me 

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