{"id":111546,"date":"2025-02-08T03:52:14","date_gmt":"2025-02-08T03:52:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/can-i-write-off-moving-expenses\/"},"modified":"2025-02-08T03:52:14","modified_gmt":"2025-02-08T03:52:14","slug":"can-i-write-off-moving-expenses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/can-i-write-off-moving-expenses\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I write off moving expenses?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Can I write off moving expenses?<\/p>\n

Moving can be a costly venture, but did you know that under certain circumstances, you may be able to write off your moving expenses on your taxes? While this deduction used to be available for most taxpayers, recent changes to the tax law have made it more limited. So, before you start packing your bags, let’s take a closer look at the rules surrounding the deductibility of moving expenses.<\/p>\n

Before the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was passed in 2017, anyone who relocated more than 50 miles away from their previous location for a job could generally deduct moving expenses. However, under this new tax law, the deduction is now only available to active-duty military personnel.<\/p>\n

If you’re an active-duty member of the armed forces and you receive a permanent change of station (PCS) order, you can still claim moving expenses as a deduction. This includes the costs of transportation, lodging, and storage incurred during the move. It’s important to note that this deduction only applies to moves related to your military service, not for other personal or civilian jobs.<\/p>\n

Now, let’s address some frequently asked questions related to the deductibility of moving expenses:<\/p>\n

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