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Tax deductibility of training courses for the self-employed

Posted 29 March 2015

Inks said:
23 March 2015 at 13:47

As a self-employed professional, can I deduct the cost of any courses I take to improve myself professionally? Thanks.

TaxTim Marc TaxTim Marc said:
24 March 2015 at 13:21

What type of courses and what profession are you in?

Inks said:
24 March 2015 at 13:30

I am in market research (a research consultant) and I am taking a course to improve my writing skills, aimed at my report writing competency. Thank you.

TaxTim Marc TaxTim Marc said:
25 March 2015 at 15:05

That would be deductible yes.

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