Property Management
What is a 'capital expenditure' (capex) and how does it differ from an operating expense in Nevada property management?
ACapital expenditures and operating expenses are the same for tax purposes
BA capital expenditure is a major improvement or replacement that extends the useful life of the property (new roof, HVAC replacement, parking lot repaving) — it is capitalized and depreciated; operating expenses are recurring costs for maintaining current operations✓ Correct
CCapital expenditures are only tracked for commercial properties in Nevada
DAn operating expense always exceeds capital expenditures for well-managed Nevada properties
Explanation
Capital expenditures (capex) are major improvements increasing property value or extending its useful life: new HVAC systems, roof replacement, elevator modernization, parking lot resurfacing. They are capitalized (added to the property's basis) and depreciated over time. Operating expenses are recurring costs: management fees, landscaping, utilities, routine maintenance. In Nevada property management, separating capex from operating expenses is essential for accurate NOI calculations and tax reporting.
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