If the printer is still a current model, you should be able
to find it and its current price somewhere on the internet.
Start with the manufacturer's web site and then check
shopping sites.

If it is not a current model, find one with similar specs.
In any case, print out the result.

While not the perfect solution, this might offer reasonable
justification for the cost basis you are using.

DISCLAIMER: This is a strictly amateur opinion and is
subject to being shot down by those who know better. It
wouldn't be the first time.

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zoemiller03[at]yahoo.com (Zoe Miller) writes:

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Sure. It might get disallowed in an audit and it might not,
but definitely claim it.

Phil Marti
Topeka, KS

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I bought a laser printer specifically for my eBay business.
I didn't buy the printer (or computer) until after I started
the business, so I'm planning to claim at least 75% business
use for them. Problem is I lost the receipt from my
printer. I bought it along with some other things at Costco
so I don't know about using the credit card receipt.

Can I still claim the deduction legally?

Thanks,
Zoe

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