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IRS moving deductions are no longer allowed under the new tax law For more information on how IRS moving deductions worked prior to tax reform, check here. Those moving were not allowed to deduct: the cost of buying or renting a new home the cost of meals and food while on the road the cost of house-hunting or pre-move visits and any expenses that were already reimbursed by an employer. The cost of gasoline, oil, parking fees, tolls and other transportation expenses related to moving.The cost of temporary lodging, often needed when moving for work.The cost of storing belongings for up to 30 consecutive days after the move.The cost of connecting and disconnecting utilities due to the move.The cost of insuring belongings during a move.The cost of moving supplies such as boxes.
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The cost of hiring professional movers and/or packers.
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However, these expenses must have been necessary for your move. If you met the above requirements, you could deduct certain moving expenses from your federal income taxes.