Rental Property Tax Preparation in Delaware, OH
Rental property taxes are reported on Schedule E and involve some of the most valuable deductions in the tax code — depreciation chief among them. Delaware landlords can typically depreciate the structure (excluding land) over 27.5 years for residential property, which alone often eliminates taxable rental income. Add operating expenses, mortgage interest, repairs vs. improvements, and passive activity rules, and Schedule E becomes the most complex schedule most individual filers face.
Serving Delaware, Delaware County · 22 miles from our Morse Rd office (~32 min drive)
$275 for single rental property Schedule E
Delaware · Central Ohio
Why this Rental Property Tax Preparation page is written for Delaware
Delaware sits in Central Ohio, a mix of agriculture, regional healthcare systems, and commuter access to the Columbus job market. Delaware County, where Delaware is located, is a substantial Ohio community with established county-level document and vital records services.
Across Central Ohio, the tax filings we see most often are mixed-status household returns, ITIN applications, prior-year corrections, and small-business Schedule C filings for new entrepreneurs. Delaware families work with us to assemble accurate ITIN packets, proper dependent identification, and consistent address history across federal and Ohio state returns.
families that often divide time between local life and Columbus-area employers, schools, and religious communities — and Delaware, with a population near 41,302, reflects that mix in its schools, workplaces, and houses of worship.
most clients drive in via U.S. Route 23, State Route 161, or the I-270 outerbelt. From Delaware (ZIP 43015), the trip is roughly 22 miles each way.
Delaware is about 22 miles from our Morse Rd office — typically a 32-minute drive. Most returns are completed in a single visit; ITIN packets sometimes need a quick follow-up for original-document return. We also serve families across the rest of Central Ohio, where many of our Delaware clients have relatives, coworkers, and shared community ties.
Our Delaware clients commonly include families served by Delaware City Schools and workers and patients tied to OhioHealth Grady Memorial Hospital.
Rental Property Tax Preparation for Delaware Residents
Delaware landlords report rental income on Schedule E with depreciation, operating expenses, and passive activity rules. Delaware County rental markets vary widely — from urban Columbus rentals to suburban single-family homes to rural duplexes — but the tax treatment follows the same federal rules. We specialize in maximizing depreciation, distinguishing repairs from improvements, and applying the $25,000 active participation exception for AGIs under $150k.
What We Handle
Schedule E (rental income and expenses) preparation
Depreciation calculation (residential 27.5 years, commercial 39 years)
Repairs vs. improvements distinction (huge tax impact)
Passive activity loss limitations and carryforward
Real estate professional status analysis (if applicable)
Multi-property aggregation and consolidated reporting
Section 199A QBI deduction for rental income
Pricing
$275 for single rental property Schedule E. $200 per additional property. $400+ for cost segregation studies or 1031 exchange tracking.
Turnaround
3-5 business days for clean records. Cost segregation studies: 2-4 weeks.
What to Bring
Getting to Our Office from Delaware
Distance
22 miles
Drive Time
~32 minutes
From
Central Ohio
From Delaware, head toward Columbus and exit onto Morse Rd. Our office is at 3185 Morse Rd, Suite 15 — between Cleveland Ave and I-71. Free on-site parking, walk-ins welcome every day Mon–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 10am–4pm.
Get turn-by-turn directions on Google Maps →Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between a repair and an improvement?+
Repairs maintain existing function (fixing a leak, painting a wall) and are immediately deductible. Improvements add value or extend life (new roof, kitchen remodel, HVAC replacement) and must be capitalized and depreciated over years. The distinction has huge tax impact — we apply IRS Tangible Property Regulations to maximize current deductions.
Why does my rental show a loss when I made money?+
Depreciation. The IRS lets you deduct ~3.64% of the building cost annually for 27.5 years (residential rental). On a $200,000 property (with $40,000 land value), that's $5,818/year of depreciation deduction. Add operating expenses, and many cash-positive rentals show paper losses on Schedule E.
Can I deduct rental losses against my W-2 income?+
Generally rental losses are passive losses, which can only offset passive income. EXCEPTION: if your AGI is under $100,000 and you actively participate (make management decisions), you can deduct up to $25,000 in rental losses against ordinary income. The exception phases out between $100k-$150k AGI.
How far is your office from Delaware?+
Our office at 3185 Morse Rd, Suite 15, Columbus is approximately 22 miles from Delaware — typically a 32-minute drive. We're on the north side of Columbus between Cleveland Ave and I-71 with free parking. Walk in any day Monday through Saturday 10am–6pm, or Sunday 10am–4pm.
Do Delaware residents owe school district income tax?+
If you live within the Delaware City Schools boundary, you may owe Ohio school district income tax on top of federal and Ohio IT-1040 state tax. The SD-100 return is filed alongside your Ohio return. We handle all three (federal, state, school district) as part of standard tax preparation.
Rental Property Tax Preparation in Nearby Cities
Also serving these Central Ohio communities:
Rental Property Tax Help in Delaware
Schedule E specialists — depreciation, repairs, passive losses. Walk in to our Delaware-area office.
3185 Morse Rd, Ste 15, Columbus, OH 43231 · Mon–Sat 10am–6pm · Sun 10am–4pm