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The Twelve Days of Taxmas – Enhanced Meal Deduction

By MICHELE D. SLOCUM, CPA

December 14, 2021

As Christmas approaches, Klatzkin is putting a twist on a holiday classic. But rather than filling your head with drummers drumming and golden rings, we’re focused on providing important tax insights through “The Twelve Days of Taxmas” blog series that could help minimize your tax liability.

On the second day of Taxmas, my accountant gave to me an enhanced business meal deduction.

For the period January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2022, businesses may claim 100% of food and beverage expenses paid to restaurants (if certain conditions are met). This is an increase from the historical 50% allowable deduction.  This temporary deduction was introduced in the Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021 to increase economic recovery in the food and beverage industry.

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About the Author

Michele is a Manager focused on serving the tax planning, reporting, and compliance needs of real estate, professional service and nonprofit organizations. She enjoys working to find tax-saving opportunities, many created through tax reform, including Section 199A deductions, bonus depreciation, and capital gains deferral through investment in Qualified Opportunity Zones.    Going beyond the expected...

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