Question

Clyde operates a sole proprietorship using the cash method. This year Clyde made the following expenditures: $480 to U.S. Bank for 12 months of interest accruing on a business loan from September 1 of this year through August 31 of next year even though only $160 of interest accrued this year. $600 for 12 months of property insurance beginning on July 1 of this year. What is the maximum amount Clyde can deduct this year?

Answer 1

$760

Step-by-step explanation:

Clyde

Interest is been deducted proportionately and the interest of 4 months of this year will be deductible – ($480/12) × 4 months

= $160

12-month rule also applies to insurance and t the full amount of insurance is as well deductible.

Hence:

Maximum deduction

= $160 interest + $600 insurance

= $760

Therefore the maximum amount Clyde can deduct this year is $760