Describe the Rules That Apply to Individual Taxpayers for Determining

question 78

Essay

Describe the rules that apply to individual taxpayers for determining the deductibility of each of the following types of interest. Include in your discussion whether the interest is deducted for or from AGI, and any limitations that apply.
a.Interest associated with trade or business activities
b.Interest associated with investment activities
c.Interest associated with constructing or purchasing a taxpayer's residence
d.Interest associated with personal purchases and activities

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