Can I deduct my gym membership fees on my federal taxes if my doctor prescribes it for health reasons?

Christopher B asked: My doctor told me that I have to join a gym because I have just been diagnosed diabetes and am severely overweight. Can I write off the membership costs and any personal training fees on my federal taxes as a legitimate medical expense?See your 2008 Updated Credit Report here

Can a gym membership be written off as a business expense?

slinky789 asked: My husband teaches fire and emergency training and as part of his job, he must be in shape. May his gym membership be written off as a business expense? For that matter, can anyone’s be written off?See your 2008 Updated Credit Report here

Accounting for Country Club Membership?

Robert H asked: I own a small business that is reported on my schedule C on my personal tax return. How do I account for my Country Club membership?See your 2008 Updated Credit Report here

Is membership dues at a private social club tax deductible?

Babs asked: I’ve been invited to join an exclusive social club. I think it would be extremely helpful for my job. The members at this club are area business people. My job is to solicit donations from area businesses for a not for profit agency. The members at this club are the people I am [...]