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From: ron@brl-smoke.ARPA (Ron Natalie <ron>)
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Subject: Re: A taxing question
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Date: Wed, 12-Mar-86 19:12:04 EST
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> 
> 		I am thinking of going into a part time (for now)
> 		business (home remodeling), business checking
> 		account, business cards, letter heads etc, the
> 		whole schmear. I am also in the market for an
> 		car or truck. Question: If I buy a truck, can
> 		I use it for tax purposes, i.e. depreciation
> 		as a business expense? Also, does it matter
> 		that I'm in business part time? Any other
> 		particulars will be appreciated.
> 
What matters more is whether the truck is going to be used solely for
the business or if you are going to use it for personal use as well.

-Ron