I work in Houston (tax home) on weekdays. I travel to Dallas (family home) for weekends and holidays, 250 miles each way. Can I claim vehicle expenses?

My employer does not require this travel. I would like to claim my vehicle mileage. Does my situation fit Example 2 of the section regarding Tax Home Different From Family Home on the IRS website?

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I work in Houston (tax home) on weekdays. I travel to Dallas (family home) for weekends and holidays, 250 miles each way. Can I claim vehicle expenses?

No, because it was your decision to keep your home in Dallas, so this is a personal expense.

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I work in Houston (tax home) on weekdays. I travel to Dallas (family home) for weekends and holidays, 250 miles each way. Can I claim vehicle expenses?

No, because it was your decision to keep your home in Dallas, so this is a personal expense.

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