Tax Deductions for Musicians
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As a professional musician, you can deduct musical instruments you purchase. The IRS allows you to claim depreciation of equipment used for your musical career on your federal tax return, including instruments, audio and recording equipment, and touring vehicles. You can claim these deductions by using IRS Form 4562.
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Expenses that are reasonable and necessary to run an effective business are deductible. They include musical instruments and accessories, vehicle and travel expenses related to performances, and more.
Tax Deductibility of Musical Instruments
- Musical instruments are tax deductible as long as you demonstrate the expenditure was from your work as a musician or performer. What qualifies varies from job to job. For example, as a musician, purchasing a new guitar would be accepted as necessary expenditure, but this wouldn’t be the case if you’re a builder.
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Expense Deductibility for Musicians
- HMRC recognises musical instruments as eligible for a deduction. As a self-employed worker, you can claim expenses incurred ‘wholly and exclusively…for the purpose of trade.’ So there are plenty of expenses available for musicians.
Education Expenses
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Other Deductible Expenses
- Many expenses can be deducted from your taxes, including traveling expenses based on your mileage and advertising, including website hosting and promotional materials.