kelpdiver 2 #26 December 29, 2007 Quote I think you did the right thing - something about this just sounds wrong. Good luck. It's the sort of thing that makes you wonder about the next conflict, as the company is already showing questionable thinking and no willingness to accept responsibility. In a tighter work/contract market, it's probably a gamble worth taking, but right now there are greener pastures somewhere nearby. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrewEckhardt 0 #27 December 29, 2007 Quote Think about the tax write off! You could buy the laptop you've always wanted. The straight hard core desktop replacement that you wanted, but then the tiny super portable system for travel. Then the iPhone for conferencing...all a nice fat write off. While you can take a Section 179 deduction today you'll need to pay the IRS later if your business use drops below 100% over the next five years. And you still need to come up with the 70% of the purchase price which is not tax... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marcandalysse 0 #28 December 29, 2007 You are missing the point. Its not a question of who pays for the laptop. It is an ownership liability and responsibility issue. Or was..... Thanks again everyone your comments were very much appreciated! mp "The reason angels can fly is that they take themselves so lightly." --GK Chesterton Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites