Yes, it is a valid deduction for your federal return. However, only the amount over 2% of your Adjusted Gross Income will be taken as a deduction. Also, it goes on Schedule A Itemized Deductions. If they are high
enough and you itemize deductions on Schedule A, it might benefit you.
How does the itemized
deduction differ from the standard deduction?
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What's my standard
deduction?
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