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  4. Are my pre move house hunting expenses deductible as a Moving Expense ?

Are my pre move house hunting expenses deductible as a Moving Expense ?

No. Your pre-move house hunting expenses, temporary living expenses or expenses of selling, purchasing or leasing the old or new residence, are not deductible as moving expenses. Any meal costs while traveling to your new residence are not deductible.

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