Income Deduction

Hobby Loss
A hobby loss refers to losses incurred by a taxpayer in an activity not pursued for profit. Hobby losses are deductible only to the extent of income generated by the hobby. An activity that generates a profit in three of five years is presumed to be operated for profit.

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