Tyrell and Barb bought a commercial investment property in 2009 during the real estate market downturn. Through what year will they be able to depreciate the investment?

The fact that Tyrell and Barb bought a commercial investment property in 2009 means that they will be able to depreciate the investment till the year 2048.

How long are commercial investment properties depreciated?

The U.S. Tax code calls for commercial investment property to be depreciated in a straight-line manner over a 39 year period.

The year in which Tyrell and Barb can depreciate to is therefore:

= 2009 + 39 years

= 2048

In conclusion, they can depreciate the commercial property till 2048.

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