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Old 03-23-2009, 03:58 PM
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Is it true that you can deduct auto sales tax and interest on car loans this year?
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auto sales tax is always deductable if you itemize and claim sales taxes paid (as opposed to state taxes).
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That's true, Jim, but I think LAL is referring to a special provision this year.

New Car AUTO STIMULUS explained: Sales Tax deduction, Auto Loan interest now tax deductible
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