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June 5, 2019
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I am an independent contractor filing a 1099 Misc.form. Can I deduct the cost for taking public transportation (Subway and shuttle fares) to and from the office?

  • June 5, 2019
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Best answer by rjs

Commuting expenses are not deductible. It doesn't matter whether you are an independent contractor or an employee.

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Critter
Level 15
June 5, 2019
Those are commuting expenses and are not deductible.... but if you go to the employer's office are you not really an employee ?
rjs
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June 5, 2019

Commuting expenses are not deductible. It doesn't matter whether you are an independent contractor or an employee.