Scare of New Rules on Expense Deductions Hurts Hotels
The hotel and restaurant industries nationwide faced sharp declines in the first half of the year. Industry leaders blamed stricter expense account deduction rules as a key factor, though some cited confusion and overbuilding as contributing factors. In New York City, occupancy fell while restaurants reported lower sales, with estimates suggesting a potential multibillion dollar impact. Industry spokesmen stressed that costs and rules are affecting business sentiment but that education about the tax structure helps.
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