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bob is a self-employed lawyer and is required to take a week of continuing legal education every year to maintain his license. This year he paid $1,295 in course fees for his continuing legal education in a different city. He also paid $467 for airfare and a hotel room and paid $250 for meals, all of which were provided by the hotel’s restaurant. Bob also purchased a $6 bag of snacks from a newsstand while waiting for his plane in the airport because he missed lunch.

What is the total amount he can deduct on his Schedule C related to these expenses?

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Introduction

Schedule C

Schedule C is the most popular tax form used by sole proprietors. The title "Profit or Loss From Business" implies that it is used to record both income and losses. Schedule C filers are typically self-employed taxpayers who are just starting out in their businesses.

 

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