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Repairs or Capital Improvements? The IRS Doesn’t Want You to Know This!

Repairs or Capital Improvements? The IRS Doesn’t Want You to Know This!

Update: 2025-10-30
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In this episode of the Know Your Numbers, REI Podcast, host Chris McCormack breaks down one of the biggest questions in real estate investing; what really counts as a repair, and what’s a capital improvement?


Chris explains why understanding the difference can save you thousands in taxes and how to correctly categorize expenses to comply with IRS guidelines and avoid costly mistakes while maximizing your deductions. You’ll learn the key rules every flipper, developer, or long-term investor should know, plus expert tips on making the right elections and reporting your expenses the smart way.


If you want to keep more of your hard-earned profits and avoid costly tax mistakes, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in, and follow the podcast so you never miss powerful insights to help you grow your real estate wealth the right way!

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Repairs or Capital Improvements? The IRS Doesn’t Want You to Know This!

Repairs or Capital Improvements? The IRS Doesn’t Want You to Know This!

Chris McCormack