Offset costs against rent income: invoices or receipts?

[jonnyw1]

I'm currently carrying out some maintenance on my house prior to letting it out. I realise that these costs can be offset against the rental income (for tax purposes).

What I wanted to know is will the invoices from those doing the work be sufficient, or will I also need to request a receipt after I have made the payment?

[Telometer]

Invoice will be fine. Make sure it has the tradesman's address and telephone number on it, just to be sure.

[jonnyw1]

Thanks for that. I take it the invoice isn't actually sent with the tax return, but just needs to be kept as proof?

[Telometer]

Yes.
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