When you know the rules related to business mileage, you

 

protect yourself in the event of an IRS audit, andpay less tax. 

Take Henry, for example. Before he knew the mileage rules, he deducted 30 percent of his SUV’s cost. Once he learned the rules, he deducted 92 percent.

 

Or look at poor Mark—he lost almost all his vehicle deductions in an IRS audit.

 

Be like Henry. Here’s how.

 

Know the business mileage rulesDocument your mileageCreate an administrative office for your business in your home