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bigmonty350
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‎June 6, 2019 4:52 AM
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Can I write off video games as "entertainment" ? I play these to keep me entertained while im out on the job as a truck driver.

 
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Coleen3
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‎June 6, 2019 4:52 AM

Can I write off video games as "entertainment" ? I play these to keep me entertained while im out on the job as a truck driver.

No, unfortunately, entertainment refers to taking a client to dinner or a show in order to drum up business or otherwise produce income.

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Coleen3
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‎June 6, 2019 4:52 AM

Can I write off video games as "entertainment" ? I play these to keep me entertained while im out on the job as a truck driver.

No, unfortunately, entertainment refers to taking a client to dinner or a show in order to drum up business or otherwise produce income.

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