Travel expenses

[Sarahvaz]

I forgot to claim work travel expenses on my Tax return.  Can I change/edit my returns? If not, can I make the claim for the following tax year?

[JBedford]

Hi, @Sarahvaz ! Yes, you can amend (change) your return. Here are instructions. Generally, you cannot claim expenses in a year other than when they were paid, assuming that you operate your business on the cash basis, as most do. Hope this helps! 

[Sarahvaz]

Thank you so much! I filed my taxes already through TurboTax.  Is there a charge from Turbo to make this amendment?

[JBedford]

Generally not, unless you choose to add additional services for some reason. 

[Sarahvaz]

That's great! Are there any limitations when filing for work travel expenses? I used Uber every day to get to work.  Does this qualify?

[JBedford]

Commuting expenses are generally not deductible, which it sounds like is what you're talking about. IRS Publication 463 goes into much more detail. 

[Sarahvaz]

Thank you for clarifying.  I also started a new side job.  How much (percentage wise) of that income should I be saving for taxes at the end of the year? I am in NYS.

[JBedford]

There is not a "simple" answer to that question, so my best advice would be to run your numbers through our free W-4 Calculator. I think you'll find that exercise very helpful.