As a freelance photographer (sole proprietor), I give Christmas gifts to my best clients, usually in the form of Starbucks gift cards. Are those gift cards deductible?

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As a freelance photographer (sole proprietor), I give Christmas gifts to my best clients, usually in the form of Starbucks gift cards. Are those gift cards deductible?

Yes, they are. However, the deduction is generally limited to $25 per client, per year (plus incidental expenses, such as packaging and mailing).

Please see "$25 Limit" on page 14 of IRS Publication 463, Travel, Entertainment, Gift, and Car Expenses for more information.

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As a freelance photographer (sole proprietor), I give Christmas gifts to my best clients, usually in the form of Starbucks gift cards. Are those gift cards deductible?

Yes, they are. However, the deduction is generally limited to $25 per client, per year (plus incidental expenses, such as packaging and mailing).

Please see "$25 Limit" on page 14 of IRS Publication 463, Travel, Entertainment, Gift, and Car Expenses for more information.

As a freelance photographer (sole proprietor), I give Christmas gifts to my best clients, usually in the form of Starbucks gift cards. Are those gift cards deductible?

Very helpful, thanks so much!

As a freelance photographer (sole proprietor), I give Christmas gifts to my best clients, usually in the form of Starbucks gift cards. Are those gift cards deductible?

You're welcome! Have a great week!

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