Deduction for retraining for new career

Anonymous · ‎May 31, 2019

While I was unemployed, I took classes to learn required software for a potential new career on my own. I am now working in that field. Can I deduct my education/training expenses?

MinhT · ‎May 31, 2019

Unfortunately, training expenses which qualify you for a new career, trade or profession are not tax deductible.

Please read this IRS document for more information:

https://www.irs.gov/taxtopics/tc513.html

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MinhT · ‎May 31, 2019

Unfortunately, training expenses which qualify you for a new career, trade or profession are not tax deductible.

Please read this IRS document for more information:

https://www.irs.gov/taxtopics/tc513.html

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