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How to Deduct Business Meals and Networking Costs

Are you meeting clients or business partners over lunch or dinner? You can deduct 50% of meal

expenses when the meal has a clear business purpose. In some cases, certain meals purchased

from restaurants may qualify for a 100% deduction under current IRS rules.

What qualifies as deductible business meals?

  • Client meetings over coffee
  • Networking lunches or dinners
  • Team meals during business travel

Pro Tip: Always save receipts and document the purpose of the meeting, including who attended

and what was discussed. This will make your tax filing process easier.