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Level 1
June 6, 2019
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For a painting company, where would one deduce the actual paint purchased and used?

  • June 6, 2019
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I am a sole proprietor for a painting company. Where do I deduct the material expenses? The section the says "materials" gives examples of stationary and the like.

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Level 15
June 6, 2019

The costs of paint that you used in your painting business (and not for resale) can be claimed as Supplies.

Go to Business Expenses > Other Common Business Expenses > Supplies.

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