Cotton Candy and $864 in Sex Toys: Influencers Go Big on Tax Write-Offs

People who earn income off social-media posts test the limits of the IRS; ‘I need an accountant that understands outrageous.’

Facing new financial pressures, creators are getting more creative at tax time. Getty Images/iStockphoto

In recent weeks, Ali Spagnola has been carefully compiling receipts for thousands of dollars worth of supplies, including 40 pounds of cotton-candy sugar, 15,000 Lego pieces and a red baby grand piano. 

What's News

Copyright ©2023 Dow Jones & Company, Inc. All Rights Reserved. 87990cbe856818d5eddac44c7b1cdeb8

Continue reading your article with
a WSJ subscription

Subscribe Now

Already a subscriber? Sign In

Sponsored Offers
  • DSW:
    50% off DSW sneakers coupon
  • Finish Line:
    $10 Finish Line Coupon with text signup
  • Target:
    Target Promo Code: 20% Off Entire Order
  • Michael Kors:
    Michael Kors promo code First Order: sign up for KORSVIP + Get 10% off
  • JCPenney:
    JCPenney 30% Off Coupon Today | JCPenney Coupon