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How to maximize deductible days on a business trip

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How to maximize deductible days on a business trip

Travel days plus any half-day business days are deductible, so spacing meetings over a weekend can add extra deductible days.

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Your tax preparer should be maximizing your deductions

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Your tax preparer should be maximizing your deductions

Many tax preparers avoid legitimate deductions like mileage and meals out of excess caution.

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The ribeye effect explains why deductions matter

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The ribeye effect explains why deductions matter

Business expenses effectively cost half price because you deduct them, unlike W2 wages where taxes come out first.

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The tax deductible cruise for self-employed people

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The tax deductible cruise for self-employed people

Self-employed individuals may be able to deduct a cruise as a business expense.

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What rental renovations can you deduct right away

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What rental renovations can you deduct right away

Capital improvements like roofs and countertops depreciate over time, while repairs like carpet and paint can be written off immediately.

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Why W-2 employees have so few tax deductions

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Why W-2 employees have so few tax deductions

W-2 income offers limited deductions, but a side business lets you write off expenses and save more for retirement tax-free.

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How to write off a trip to the Bahamas

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How to write off a trip to the Bahamas

Business trips need a real business purpose like client meetings, scouting office space, or corporate retreats.

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Why an airplane can be a huge business deduction

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Why an airplane can be a huge business deduction

High-profit business owners can deduct 100% of an airplane purchase, potentially saving 30-40% in taxes.

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How the IRS actually reviews your tax return

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How the IRS actually reviews your tax return

The IRS uses computers to match forms to your return, and audits just verify you can document your deductions.

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End of year tax moves for small business owners

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End of year tax moves for small business owners

Pay your bills before year-end, estimate your tax liability, and find extra deductions if needed.

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How to count business travel days for tax purposes

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How to count business travel days for tax purposes

Travel days plus any day with meetings or substantial work count as business days for deductions.

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Why the Augusta rule isn't as easy as people think

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Why the Augusta rule isn't as easy as people think

You need fair rent, employees who attend, and actual business conducted to claim the Augusta rule deduction.

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Which business expenses are actually deductible

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Which business expenses are actually deductible

Mileage, meals, travel, home office, equipment, and more can be deductible if used for business purposes.

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When DIY taxes cost you money you never knew you lost

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When DIY taxes cost you money you never knew you lost

Complex situations like kids, business income, or credits have hidden savings you'll miss without professional help.

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What's your favorite business deduction?

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What's your favorite business deduction?

TJ asks about favorite deductions and offers to help with any kind of business.

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When you can actually write off meals as a business expense

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When you can actually write off meals as a business expense

Business meals that benefit your company are deductible, but keep them reasonable and trust your gut on what makes sense.

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Why shell companies to lose money don't actually work

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Why shell companies to lose money don't actually work

Start a real business, enjoy legitimate expenses tax-free, and pay a little more tax on real profit.

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Do you really need to keep boxes of receipts

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Do you really need to keep boxes of receipts

Use one dedicated card or bank account for business expenses and let the statements do your bookkeeping.

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How to get the most deductions legally

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How to get the most deductions legally

Tell the truth and actually claim the business expenses you're entitled to, like phone, internet, meals, and mileage.

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How to shift personal expenses to your business side

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How to shift personal expenses to your business side

Use your business income for deductible expenses like meals, travel, internet, and phone, then pay taxes only on the leftover profit.

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Travel expenses to your rental property are deductible

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Travel expenses to your rental property are deductible

You can deduct mileage, hotels, meals, and rental cars for trips to manage your rental properties.

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Can you deduct a private jet to visit your rental property

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Can you deduct a private jet to visit your rental property

The IRS can't dictate how you travel to rental properties, just that travel to get there is a deductible business expense.

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What actually makes a meal tax deductible

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What actually makes a meal tax deductible

The IRS can't verify if you discussed business, so focus on meals that legitimately help your business and keep them proportionate.

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Why a side business is the key to building wealth

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Why a side business is the key to building wealth

A W-2 job plus a business with legitimate deductions keeps your taxable income low while you live well.

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