Repairs and maintenance before letting date

[mcfcnig]

I decided to let (for first time) my family home mid July, with instructions with agent that property could not be let until 30/08/10.

Since then I have had several bits of work done, which makes property rentable but also could be classed as improvements.

This includes:
a) Boxing in a boiler
b) Fitting new doors
c) Fitting carpets

Are these allowable expenses, even though "business" has not started?

Note: First tenants move in on 4/9

[jeffrey]

As you're asking about 'allowable' for income tax purposes, better to re-post this in TAX Forum.