Depreciation
Depreciation - rental property life
For rental property placed in service after December 31, 1986 the
depreciation cost is recovered over 27.5 years. Only the cost of
the structure is allowed as a depreciation deduction; the value of
land cannot be depreciated. If the property is used for commercial
purposes, it must be depreciated over 39 years.
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