Small Biz Taxes and Your Dog
Think your dog is a tax write-off? For most pet owners, the IRS says no. This post covers the general rule on pet expenses, plus the legitimate exceptions: guard dogs used for business security, service animals with documented medical necessity, and working animals that are genuinely part of a business operation. If you have been wondering where the line is, this post draws it clearly.
Fine Dining for the Sell: The IRS Gets Their Just Desserts
Client dinners can build relationships and close deals, but how much can you actually deduct? This post breaks down the 50% rule for business meals, what documentation the IRS expects, and clears up the common misconception about 100% deductibility. Updated for 2026 with the new fishing and maritime crew meal exception under the One Big Beautiful Bill.