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Deductible Miscellaneous Expenses

Deductions subject to the 2% limit are reported on lines 21 through 23 of Schedule A. Examples include:

  • Union dues and fees
  • Professional society dues
  • Uniforms not adaptable to general use
  • Small tools and supplies
  • Professional books, magazines, and journals
  • Employment-related educational expenses
  • Expenses of looking for a new job
  • Investment counsel fees
  • Investment expenses
  • Safe deposit box rental for investment documents
  • Tax counsel and assistance
  • Fees paid to an IRA custodian
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