Can I claim a mileage deduction if my employer pays for gas?
February 27, 2006
From: Rob
Date: Wed, 25 Jan 2006
If I use my personal car for work as a sales representative and my employer pays for my gasoline expenses, can I still claim the full mileage deduction on my federal tax return?
Answer
Date: Thu, 09 Feb 2006
Hello Rob,
You can compute the standard mileage deduction, then subtract the reimbursement from your employer to compute the employee business expense.
Good luck!
Mike Gray
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