I have a temp job (9 months) in another state, and have rented an apartment to stay in during the week. Can I take the rent off fed taxes as an expense?

[thurman.hill]

I have a temp job (9 months) in another state, and have rented an apartment to stay in during the week.  Can I take the rent off fed taxes as an expense?

[ErnieS0]

No. Personal rental expenses are not deductible for federal taxes and you can no longer deduct unreimbursed business expenses.

Some states do offer a rental deduction. Most such deductions are limited to residents. It’s possible you may qualify for a state rental deduction (if there is one) if you were a part-year resident. You would have to clarify your situation.