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Tax question

Discussion in 'Trucker Taxes and Truck Financing' started by Cerberus, Aug 15, 2008.

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  1. Aug 15, 2008 #1
    Cerberus

    Cerberus Medium Load Member

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    i am wondering a few things and would like to ask the tax guys here a few things. are hotels tax deductible ? and how about a gps unit ? can i write it off also ? i am thinking yes sense it is work related but just want to make sure. any help is greatly appreciated.
     
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  3. Aug 15, 2008 #2
    rookietrucker

    rookietrucker Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    Yes and Yes.
    GPS unit is something your using for work. Hotel bill is deductible. I'm no accountant. I'm giving you advice on my past deductibles.
     
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  4. Aug 15, 2008 #3
    Cerberus

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    even if i get per diem ?
     
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  5. Aug 15, 2008 #4
    rookietrucker

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    Yes, save all your receipts for the end of year.
     
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  7. Aug 15, 2008 #5
    Cerberus

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    thank you and i do save evrything
     
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  8. Aug 15, 2008 #6
    notarps4me

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    My opinion, your better off not taking per diem if you keep good records. Buy a truck drivers income tax diary. Mine is barjan item number 006-208 It will save you about 2 grand a year. It has deductable items in it. Easy to keep records in it. You can get them for about 4 bucks at some truck stops. Good for company or O/O. It has tax tips and record keeping rules. You can even right off a % of your laptop and internet. Get a good tax accountant that is familar with trucking.
     
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  9. Aug 15, 2008 #7
    notarps4me

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    Jack, you driving again?
     
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  10. Aug 15, 2008 #8
    Cerberus

    Cerberus Medium Load Member

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    yes i am but i am second guessing my descion to do it. i wish i would have took more time too think about it. i think i need a change
     
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  11. Aug 15, 2008 #9
    notarps4me

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    Kind of hard to stay away. Just remember you have a short window of time if you leave driving. That you have top start all over again....:biggrin_2554: If you need a change ever think about switching to a tanker or flatbed?
     
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  12. Aug 15, 2008 #10
    Cerberus

    Cerberus Medium Load Member

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    i am actuallyu thinking bulk. looking into driving jobs now that run during the week and home weekends since i just recently moved to florida. i have seen and done some research on a few companies that run either the south east or just florida and just looking for the best deal for me.
     
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