Is it possible to claim tax deduction for cash paid labor?

[Mike Bach]

Say you spent a thousand or two on small repairs like; tree services, fix some cracks in the wall, fix water pump. And paid cash for the labor. Can you include this in your tax expenses for your rental unit ?

[Jeff B.]

yes, but pray you never have an audit.  If the value of CASH payments creates a red flag, you will regret not having proof.