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As a general rule, advance rent is considered taxable income to you in the year you receive it from the tenant. This is true even if the advance payment isn't mentioned in the lease agreement.

For example, if in December 2010 your tenant pays the first six months of 2011's rent, you must report the advance payment as income on your 2010 return.

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