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Top 10 Tax Deductions for Realtors

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Category: Tax Reading time: 4 min read Published: 12/25/2025

Are you a real estate agent? Don't miss out on these crucial expense claims on your next tax return.

🎯 Key Takeaways
  • Real estate agents can deduct vehicle, home office, and marketing expenses
  • Commission income requires careful tracking of business expenses
  • Vehicle expenses are often the largest deduction for realtors
  • Keep detailed records to support all deductions

🚗 1. Vehicle Expenses

As a realtor, your vehicle is essential. Deduct the business portion of gas, insurance, repairs, parking, and lease payments or depreciation.

Keep a Mileage Log

CRA requires documentation. Track every business trip with date, destination, purpose, and kilometers.

🏠 2. Home Office Expenses

Deduct the business portion of rent/mortgage interest, utilities, property taxes, insurance, and internet.

📢 3. Marketing and Advertising

Business cards, signage, website, social media ads, and promotional materials are 100% deductible.

📱 4. Phone and Internet

Deduct the business portion of your cell phone and home internet costs.

🎓 5. Continuing Education

Courses, certifications, and professional development related to real estate are deductible.

👔 6. Professional Fees

Brokerage fees, real estate board dues, MLS fees, and licensing fees are all deductible.

  • Staging costs and photography
  • Client gifts (up to $500 each)
  • Professional liability insurance
  • Accounting and legal fees

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