I bought a large B&B. I spent a lot of money upgrading the bathrooms, bedrooms, air conditioning, and solar power. Are these upgrades considered equity or or repairs?

Congratulations on acquiring a B&B, Phil. I can distinguish between the two types to assist you in identifying which account the expenses belong to.

Repairs involve minor adjustments that bring an asset back to its original state without significantly changing its functionality or enhancing its value. These costs are often recurring and do not prolong their useful life. For example, fixing a leaky faucet or patching a hole in the wall would qualify as restoration.

Conversely, Equity refers to the disparity between total assets and total liabilities. For instance, the owner or shareholders will receive a returned amount once they convert all assets to cash and settle debts. Meanwhile, the upgrades made to the bathrooms, bedrooms, air conditioning, and solar power at your B&B are classified as improvements that can enhance the overall value of your property.

Moreover, I suggest consulting with your accountant for assistance in categorizing these upgrades as substantial enhancements to the functionality and value of your property. You can also connect with a QuickBooks Live Expert to classify which account these upgrades belong to. They can offer other options and determine the best one to use.

To understand the key parts of your accounting processes, refer to this article: Learn about the chart of accounts in QuickBooks Online.

Furthermore, review your accounts to ensure they match your bank and credit card statements: Reconcile an account in QuickBooks Online.

You can return to this thread to keep track of transactions or modifications in your property. I'll be here to assist you. Have a wonderful day.

@Phil_f 

From an accounting standpoint, the improvements mentioned aren't repairs or equity, they increase the asset value (basis) of the property.  From a tax perspective, you have options in terms of how to deduct the cost of those improvements so you should definitely should discuss that with your CPA.