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I will let you determine the percentage by reading the information below. Food costs are a deduction for self-employed. There are two rates; 50% and 100%. Here are the differences:
The types of expenses listed below are generally 50% deductible, if they are reasonable (not extravagant) and directly related to conducting current or future business.
Examples include:
- Meals while traveling for business (alone or with business associates)
- Meal when you attend conventions, trade shows, business conferences
- Hosting a group business dinner at your home
- Hosting a group business dinner at a private club or restaurant
More examples:
- Meals for potential customers or clients (at home or out)
- Business meals at a club
- Meals during hunting, fishing, rafting, skiing or similar outings with business colleagues
- The cost of meals for a business associate's spouse (and your own, if other spouses are attending)
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