Can I deduct a snowblower as an employment expense on my 2007 taxes?

I am a pilot with a 2hr call-out requirment living in northern MN. I had to buy a snowblower to make sure I can make it. Is that deductable?

Can I deduct a snowblower as an employment expense on my 2007 taxes?
Yes you can, as long as you have your receipt, I would and you should have no problems.
Reply:It sounds a bit of a stretch but may be worth arguing it with the IRS if they challenge it.





Of course you can only deduct the portion that has a direct identifiable tie to your business needs so pick your numbers carefully if it's for use at your home.





If it's to clear a path from the hangar to the taxiway then you'll have a much better shot at deducting the entire cost as a purely business expense.
Reply:If I were the IRS asking the questions on an audit, I would ask you,


"Did your employer require you to purchase it as condition of employment?"


"What happens if you didn't make the 2hr call-out?"


"Have you ever not made the call-out for any reason other than weather?"





And, as with ALL business purchases which contain an element of personal use, the deduction is required to be pro-rated based on % of use business vs. personal.