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    Feb 26, 2009, 02:24 PM
    OPT, Bought a car in 2008 dec and started payment 2009
    OPT, Bought a car in 2008 dec and started payment 2009.Do I qualify for any exceptions??
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    Feb 26, 2009, 02:25 PM
    I mean I am on OPT VIsa and I will be filing 1040ER...
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    Feb 26, 2009, 02:25 PM
    I mean I am on OPT VIsa and I will be filing 1040ER... Do I get any exemption for purchasing a car in 2008?
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    Apr 23, 2009, 12:57 PM
    A car purchase is NOT deductible in any way in 2008, regardless of how you file.
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