The answer you are seeking is tax advice, and most attorneys will not and should not give tax advice. I assume you meant "personal" when you repeatedly said "personnel". Unless an attorney is also trained in giving tax advice, the answer to this may not come from this blog. I can say that I do not think a bad investment can be written off on your personal tax return, but talk to your accountant, CPA.
Answered on Apr 22nd, 2013 at 7:44 PM