$31.00 per day
According to the IRS website, http://www.irs.gov/taxpros/article/0,,id=156624,00.html) the standard mileage rate for 2007 was $.485. The amount for July 31 to Dec 31 of this year is $.585!
.55 per mile
.55 cents per mile
The IRS does not specifically take a "basic allowance for housing"; however, it can levy or garnish funds from your income, including housing allowances, if you have unpaid tax debts. If you receive a housing allowance as part of your employment, it could be subject to taxation like any other income. It's crucial to address any tax obligations to prevent the IRS from taking action against your earnings or assets.
The national mileage allowance, often referred to as the standard mileage rate, is a per-mile rate established by the IRS that taxpayers can use to calculate deductible costs associated with using a personal vehicle for business purposes. As of 2023, the standard mileage rate is 65.5 cents per mile. This rate can change annually based on factors such as fuel prices and other operating costs. It's important to consult the IRS or a financial professional for the most current rate and guidelines for claiming the deduction.
That would not be unreasonable
I don't believe the IRS has any say in the type or cost of any personal vehicle regardless of its use. The vehicle allowance is determined by the business based on their criteria.
The maximum mileage allowance for business travel expenses is determined by the IRS and is currently 58 cents per mile for the tax year 2019.
You can find your 2014 tax return by contacting the IRS and requesting a copy or by accessing it online through the IRS website if you filed electronically.
All costs associated with the vehicle, gas, oil, wear and tear and insurance are accounted for in the mileage allowance.
In 2010, the IRS standard mileage rate for business use of a vehicle was set at 50 cents per mile. For medical and moving purposes, the rate was 16.5 cents per mile, while the rate for charitable organizations remained at 14 cents per mile. These rates are used to calculate deductible costs for operating a vehicle for various purposes.