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Q: I rent out my fully furnished apartment and receive rental income. Can I claim tax deduction on the purchase of electrical appliances and furniture to make the apartment a fully furnished unit?
A: No, these purchases of electrical appliances and furniture to make the apartment a fully furnished unit are initial expenses and capital in nature. Hence, they are not deductible against the rental income received.
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Zen Chow
YYC Tax Guru