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Loan discharge fees - Deductable?

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Submitted by diclem on June 3, 2008 - 2:24pm.

Joined: 03/09/2003

Hi,
I am considering refinancing one of my investment loans, however there will be discharge fees of 1% of the original balance and a $500 deferred establishment fee. They also paid $900 dollars for LMI that would be payable if I paid out the loan.

Does anyone know if any of these fees would be tax deductable as it is an investment loan? Or do I just have to wear it?
Thanks,
Sue

"Be careful not to step on the flowers when you're reaching for the stars"


July 20, 2008 - 10:39am

Joined: 20/07/2008

Hi!

Generally borrowing costs are amortised over 5 years or the life of the loan, whichever is shorter.  The old borrowing costs on the loan you are paying out that you will currently be claiming over 5 years are amortised in full the year that you refinanced.

Regards,

Alysha


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July 20, 2008 - 8:58pm

Joined: 03/09/2003

Thank you for your reply Alysha,
Sue

"Be careful not to step on the flowers when you're reaching for the stars"


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