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| October 01, 2005 | Stein, Sherry A.; Jackson, Melissa J. | COPYRIGHT 2008 Detroit Regional Chamber. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Q. Can employees submit for reimbursement the cost of prescription drugs purchased in Canada?

A. No. According to IRS information letter, INFO 2005-011, "medicine and drugs" must be procured legally. The FDA announced that it is illegal to import drugs from other countries. Therefore, the cost of illegally imported drugs may not be reimbursed on a tax-free basis, and a deduction is not allowable on an individual's tax return.

Q. If I file for bankruptcy, is my traditional IRA included as part of my bankruptcy estate?

A. No. The U.S. Supreme Court recently determined that IRAs can qualify for bankruptcy protection. Bankruptcy filings made after Oct.…

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