Read the following problem: Heather paid $15,000 to join a country club in order to meet potential clients. This year she paid $4,300 in greens fees when golfing with clients. Under what circumstances, if any, can Heather deduct the $15,000 cost of country club dues and the costs of the golf played with clients?

Using the research skills you have learned, access RIA Checkpoint and research the deductibility of the country club related expenses.

Post your findings on the discussion board.

State the issue.

State your conclusion based on your findings.

Provide an analysis explaining why you believe your findings address the question at hand

Provide proper tax research citations in your analysis. USA TAX LAWS/CODES