If you have made some income on the side the IRS will require you to report it. The question is how much can you claim as expenses. If the activity is a hobby, then you can claim expenses up to the income, but not to the point of giving you a loss. If the activity is a bona fide business, then you can claim all of your legitimate business expenses and take a loss on your tax return. This article helps explain the differences in a hobby and a business according to the IRS.
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