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IRS Says My Side Business Is a “Hobby” — Denying $30K in Deductions

Started by hobby_loss_dispute · Nov 1, 2025 · 6 replies
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HL
hobby_loss_disputeOP

Looking for advice on this situation. IRS Says My Side Business Is a Hobby - Denying $30K in Deductions Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

Details: I'm in a situation where I need to understand my legal options. Has anyone dealt with something similar?

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EmploymentLaw_LAAttorney

The IRS has been increasing enforcement in this area significantly. What you could get away with 5 years ago is being caught now. When in doubt, report conservatively and consult a CPA.

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TechFounderMike

State tax nexus rules are a mess right now with remote work. The general rule is: you owe tax to every state where you work, even temporarily. But practical enforcement varies widely.

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DesignerMia

The IRS has been increasing enforcement in this area significantly. What you could get away with 5 years ago is being caught now. When in doubt, report conservatively and consult a CPA.

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SarahE_CounselAttorney

The IRS has been increasing enforcement in this area significantly. What you could get away with 5 years ago is being caught now. When in doubt, report conservatively and consult a CPA.

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overworked_in_socal

The IRS has been increasing enforcement in this area significantly. What you could get away with 5 years ago is being caught now. When in doubt, report conservatively and consult a CPA.

HL
hobby_loss_disputeOP

Update: Thanks everyone for the guidance. I consulted with an attorney and we're moving forward. The advice here helped me understand what questions to ask and what to expect. Will update when there's a resolution.

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