I am a landlord. I understand that if I replace an old bathroom in my rental property with a similar standard bathroom, this is a repair and the expenditure is allowable. In which section of the self-assessment property section do I add this expenditure? Property repair, domestic or other allowable expenses?
Arthur Weller replies
This expenditure goes in box 25: property repairs and maintenance. Since putting in a new bathroom is probably not a small expense, it would be wise to take photos of 'before and after'. Just in case HMRC questions you, you will be able to show that this is a 'like for like' replacement. And, of course, keep the invoices.