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How do I get an IRS Mileage Reimbursement?

An IRS mileage reimbursement is a great way to save money on gas.

You are eligible to claim your gas mileage as a tax deduction for:

  • business purposes,
  • medical reasons,
  • moving, or
  • in service of a charity.

How Do I Track My Gas Mileage for My IRS Mileage Reimbursement?

Tracking your gas mileage for a tax deduction is really quite simple.

Keep a small notebook and pen in your car.

When you drive your car for one of the above four reasons, reset your trip counter before you begin.

After the trip is over, write down the following in your notebook:

  • Date
  • Miles Driven
  • Reason for the Trip

Make sure you frequently put this information in a spreadsheet on your computer to keep it well organized and handy. Print it out and give it to your tax preparer when it's time to file your taxes.



Here's a great example:

-Date: June 12, 2009

-Miles Driven: 83.5

-Reason for Trip: Shopping for office supplies, met a client for lunch, met with business attorney to draw up contracts.




Here's another example:

-Date: Feb. 3, 2009

-Miles Driven: 15.8

-Reason for Trip: Food delivery to home-bound seniors




It's so simple, and yet so many people don't bother. Think of the money you'll save!


How Much Money Will I Get for My Miles?

The amount of money you'll receive for your mileage reimbursement changes from year to year, and varies depending on what you were doing when you used those miles.

As of Nov. 2008, for the 2009 tax year, each mile driven is worth:

  • $0.55/mile for business
  • $0.24/mile for medical or moving purposes
  • $0.14/mile for service to a charity

In the examples we used above, the businessman will get around $46.00 back in taxes! The volunteer will get back around $2.00.

If you make these kinds of trips frequently, it really adds up!

For more information, please visit IRS.GOV, and contact your tax professional to learn how to claim your gas mileage as a deduction on your taxes.

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