Re: Residence rented out 14 days a year for private events

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April 8, 2025
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I own and travel and event business. I host travel promotions and seminars in my backyard June, July and August each year. Guests enjoy use of the pool and yard for activities. Can I take yard and pool services done to get the venue ready for the event those months? I pay a monthly fee so already itemized by month.

Vanessa A

If you are hosting promotions and seminars this would not be rental income as it is not passive income, but it would be schedule C self-employment income.

You would be able to claim a prorated amount as a maintenance expense for the business compared to personal use. Ex. If you pay $900 for the 90 days, you would be able to deduct (14/90=) 15.6% of the $900 or $140.

You cannot deduct the entire amount only the amount that directly relates to your business.

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