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weled123
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May i deduct funeral costs for a family member?

may i deduct funeral costs for my daughter?
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May i deduct funeral costs for a family member?

Unfortunately, funeral expenses are not a deduction. 

JulieS
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May i deduct funeral costs for a family member?

No, funeral costs are not deductible for individuals. 

 

They are allowed as a deduction on a federal estate tax return, but it isn't likely that your daughter needed an estate tax return. 

 

I am very sorry for your loss. 

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