passive activity loss rules
Definition
IRS regulations that prohibit losses incurred through passive business activities from being used to reduce the amount of tax owed on income earned. Passive losses can only be applied to passive income. Examples of passive income generating activities include involvement in limited partnerships, equipment leasing, and real estate rental.
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