What is the definition of a Variable Rate Loan? Variable rate loans are loans that have an interest rate that will fluctuate over time in line with prevailing interest rates. They generally have lower starting interest rates than fixed rate loans, but the interest rate and payment amounts can change over time. Sometimes they are also known as floating rate loans.
1 Contingent attorney fees are not deductible, but non-contingent attorney fees may be deductible. 2  Before deducting these fees, talk to a tax specialist to determine if the fees are deductible based on the details of your case.
If you are engaged in a trade or business, then the costs you incur for attorney fees to obtain a patent may be deductible in the year they are incurred if the taxpayer adopts the method allowing such deductions. Consult your accountant to see if you can qualify. IRS Regulations. Attorneys' fees expended in making and perfecting a patent application may be deductible as research or experimental expenditures under section 174 of the Internal Revenue Code, according to IRS regulation 26 CFR 1.174-2.