If your interview was during 2017 (or earlier) and for a job in the same line of work, your mileage expenses and other expenses are deductible. You can use the standard mileage rate (53.5 cents per mile for 2017) to figure your expenses.

Thus, if you drove 1,300 miles, your driving expense is $6,995. But you may take this deduction only if you itemize your personal deductions on your tax return. Read More

Reimbursements for expenses like mileage can be taxable for employees depending on if your business has an accountable plan. Let’s go over what an accountable plan is and the impact it can have on your business taxes.

What Does An Accountable Plan Mean?

An accountable plan is a system for handling your reimbursements or allowances for employees. It must satisfy the following requirements:

  • There’s a business connection
  • Employees provide some form of substantiation
  • Employees return excess amounts

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MileIQ, Tax Advisor

If you use a personal vehicle for business reasons, you can take many deductions for your car. This potentially includes the cost of gasoline. But, can you deduct gasoline and mileage on your taxes? Here’s what you should know:

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