Can utilities be claimed on empty rental house while it is up for sale?

[Carolina_22]

Yes, you can still deduct utilities even if the property is vacant. 

You can claim a tax deduction for the portion of utilities related to your rental property or suite. Claim the full amount if you rent out the full property, or claim a portion if you rent out a suite in your principal residence. Deduct the following utilities related to your property, if you pay for them: heat, hydro, water, and cable.

For more information please refer to the following TurboTax article:

• Claiming Expenses on Rental Properties

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[Carolina_22]

Yes, you can still deduct utilities even if the property is vacant. 

[Carolina_22]

You can claim a tax deduction for the portion of utilities related to your rental property or suite. Claim the full amount if you rent out the full property, or claim a portion if you rent out a suite in your principal residence. Deduct the following utilities related to your property, if you pay for them: heat, hydro, water, and cable.

[Carolina_22]

For more information please refer to the following TurboTax article:

[Carolina_22]

• Claiming Expenses on Rental Properties

Thank you for choosing TurboTax

[RPCOO1]

Thank you.  This would also include insurance and property taxes?