As the debate over health care and health care costs continued to draw attention, it appeared as if the smallest of businesses, those who are
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Just Say No: Pot Not Allowed As A Medical Expense
While the use of marijuana for medical reasons remains controversial, it’s becoming more mainstream. Currently, 14 states and DC have legalized medical marijuana in some
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Relaxation Tapes
Taxpayer asks: I have a stressful situation at my work and I haven’t been able to sleep. I went to my doctor and he told
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Deducting Tolls
Taxpayer asks: Thank you for an interesting blog. The dictionary defines tolls as taxes. Are they deductible like property taxes, or only for business purposes?
Read MoreTransgender Community Claims Victory In Tax Court
Nearly 10 years ago, Rhiannon O’Donnabhain (then Robert Donovan) underwent sex-change and breast augmentation surgeries in order to complete her transformation from male to female
Read MoreThe Cost Of Kids Getting Better: Is It Deductible?
Those of you who follow me on Twitter (or in real life) know that one of my children has been sick for about a month.
Read MoreInfant Formula Not A Medical Expense
It’s somehow appropriate that the IRS would release a private letter ruling regarding a double mastectomy in October (in case you’re not aware, it’s Breast
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Autism & Special Needs Children
Taxpayer asks: My husband and I have a 4 yr old daughter diagnosed with autism (higher functioning). We are considering enrolling her in a private
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Who Gets The Deduction?
Taxpayer asks: If I pay my son’s huge medical expenses can he deduct same as if he paid them himself?Thanks for your reply. Taxgirl says:
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Birth Control Costs
Taxpayer asks: I have a weird question. My insurance doesn’t cover the cost of my birth control pills. Can I deduct them on my taxes?
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