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posted Jun 5, 2019 3:55:30 PM

I started an active business in 2016 but had no income until 2017. Additionally my total loss was less than $20,000. Are my losses fully deductible in 2016?

My losses were all incurred on and after the month that I started my business.

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New Member
Jun 5, 2019 3:55:31 PM

Business expenses are deductible in 2016 if the business has started in 2016, regardless if there is any income or not.

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New Member
Jun 5, 2019 3:55:31 PM

Business expenses are deductible in 2016 if the business has started in 2016, regardless if there is any income or not.