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Fiber optic splicers tax write-offs

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What Can Fiber optic splicers Write Off?

Short answer: 1099 splicers deduct fusion splicers, OTDRs, a splice trailer, per diem away from home, and safety gear; W-2 techs can't federally.

Self-employed workers deduct these on Schedule C, cutting income tax and the 15.3% self-employment tax; keep receipts and a mileage log.

Records to keep: Keep receipts, 1099s or W-2s, a mileage log, and a note of the business purpose for each expense.