Stuart Bronstein wrote:
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Scottish Americans and wonder about how this writer wrote off his
research tax wise when writing an article extolling the virtues
of haggis.

WAITAMINUTE! I know that fellow!

Slainte!
Harlan Lunsford, EA n LA

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Gil Faver wrote:

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Ordinary and necessary expense deductions. IRS Pub 535 is a good place
to start.

-Mark Bole

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"Gil Faver" <rowdy'sboss[at]xxyz.com> wrote:

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You have to show that you intend to make a profit with this venture.
So where and how you publish the information and how it's marketed,
among other things, will be relevant.

Have a good time!

Stu

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I thought I would start a new thread, since I am considering doing the
planning first, not after the trip(s).

I would like to begin writing articles regarding food and travel.
Specifically (though not necessarily exclusively) about places to travel
with food themes (i.e. foreign cooking schools and classes, tours related to
dining and food processing and related agriculture).

I have a professional background, now retired. I have legitimate food
credentials as well (newly acquired).

What do I need to do to have this be a business, for tax deductions? And,
what types of deductions could I take for my planning, traveling,
excursioning, dining, writing, and sales efforts (of my writing)?

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