Cigar Lounge Tip Deduction Calculator
For lounge servers and humidor counter staff.
The short answer: At the numbers below, the deduction is $5,000, worth $600 at 12% ($23 per paycheck).
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Modified Adjusted Gross Income
Tips Deduction
$5,000
Est. Federal Tax Savings (12% bracket)$600
✅ You qualify for the full deduction
⚠️ This calculator provides estimates for informational and educational purposes only. It is not tax advice. Results are based on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and IRS Schedule 1-A. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation.
Cut, Light, Tip
Lounge staff earn tips on recommendations and cut/light service.
- • Reported lounge tips → deductible
- • Cigar sale commissions → wages
- • BYO-fee nights → house revenue
Worked Example
A single lounge staffer reporting $5,000 of tips.
- • Deduction $5,000; $600 at 12%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do cigar lounge workers qualify for the tips deduction?
Yes — W-2 lounge staff qualify on reported gratuity dollars.
Do sales commissions on boxes count?
No — commissions are wages, not tips.