topic Will we still be able to claim business expenses in 2018 after tax reform, ie sales position....like mileage, cell phone, tools for job, uniforms, shoes, etc. in Deductions & credits

Will we still be able to claim business expenses in 2018 after tax reform, ie sales position....like mileage, cell phone, tools for job, uniforms, shoes, etc.

jason84403 — Wed, 05 Jun 2019 19:02:02 GMT

ok, so I am clear, I am an employee, I have out of pocket expenses that are not reimbursed by my employer, those are no longer deductible in 2018?

So on schedule C yes Against W2 income NO

VolvoGirl — Wed, 05 Jun 2019 19:02:03 GMT

So on schedule C yes
Against W2 income NO

Some states may not conform and still allow those deducti...

Lisa995 — Wed, 05 Jun 2019 19:02:05 GMT

Some states may not conform and still allow those deductions, like California, so you should still keep track of them!

thank you everyone!!

jason84403 — Wed, 05 Jun 2019 19:02:07 GMT

thank you everyone!!

That is correct. Job-related expenses for W-2 employees...

xmasbaby0 — Wed, 05 Jun 2019 19:02:08 GMT

That is correct. Job-related expenses for W-2 employees are eliminated as a deduction on your federal return. You might want to discuss this with the employer.

If you are a self-employed independent contractor/sole pr...

DoninGA — Wed, 05 Jun 2019 19:02:10 GMT

If you are a self-employed independent contractor/sole proprietor, Yes.
If you are an employee, No.