Michael Torres
CPA, Former IRS Revenue Agent
How to Track Mileage for Taxes
Guide to logging miles and maximizing your mileage deduction.
In This Article
Step-by-Step Guide
Choose a tracking app
Stride, Everlance, or Hurdlr for automatic tracking.
Enable automatic tracking
Set up GPS-based trip detection.
Classify trips
Mark trips as business or personal.
Track from home
Include miles to first stop and from last stop home.
Keep backup records
Export logs regularly for tax records.
Pro Tips
- IRS rate is 67 cents/mile for 2024
- Track all business miles
- Include driving to bank, supplies, etc.
- Don't forget commute to first pickup
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FAQs
What qualifies as business miles?
Any driving for gig work, including heading to starting area.
Standard mileage vs actual expenses?
Standard rate is simpler; actual may be better for expensive vehicles.
How long does it take to complete this guide?
This guide is designed to take approximately 15 min to read through. Actual implementation time varies based on your experience level and the complexity of your specific situation. First-time practitioners should expect to spend additional time on hands-on steps.
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