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posted Jun 1, 2019 12:39:11 AM

Trying to start a side business in flipping cars. How should I treat car costs that I incurred? Can i deduct the whole amount i paid for that car as a business expense ??

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Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 12:39:13 AM

They will be nondeductible inventory until sold. When sold deduct as Cost Of Goods Sold.

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Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 12:39:13 AM

They will be nondeductible inventory until sold. When sold deduct as Cost Of Goods Sold.