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Shamsey Oloko August 12, 2016 Business Expense, Business Expenses, Income Tax, Income Tax Return, IRC Section 162, IRC Section 262, Ordinary and Necessary Expenses 0

Can You Write Off Your (Expensive) Work Clothes?

Most employers impose a dress code for the office. As a result, there are more than a few members of the American workforce who must purchase items including expensive suits, dresses, shirts, blouses, and shoes to observe an employer’s dress…

Shamsey Oloko June 8, 2016 Business Expenses, Charitable Contributions, Deductions, Expenses Deductions, Moving Expenses, Ordinary and Necessary Expenses 0

When, If Ever, Can I Deduct Pet-Related Costs?

Believe it or not, there are some pet-related expenses which may be deducted from your taxes. Here is a summary of such expenses. And you thought all you were ever going to get out of this relationship was love, affection,…

Shamsey Oloko May 6, 2016 Audit, Business Expense, Business Expenses, Charitable Contributions, Civil Liabilities, Civil Penalties, Criminal Liabilities, Deductions, Fraudulent Return, Frivolous Return Program, Home Office, Income Tax, Medical Expenses, Ordinary and Necessary Expenses, Representation, Tax Fraud 0

Pushing It To The Limit: Odd, Unusual And Crazy Tax Deductions

Working at the IRS or representing clients before the IRS has its perks and advantages. Having the opportunity to observe all of the outlandish and bizarre attempts by taxpayers to assert legitimate,valid tax deductions is rare. On one hand, it…