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Does MileLedger give tax advice?
No. MileLedger is a record-keeping and tracking app, not a tax preparation service. The dollar estimates shown in reports are simple arithmetic (miles × rate) — they are not IRS determinations, legal opinions, or tax advice. Always consult a qualified tax professional before filing.
What the estimates are
When MileLedger shows an estimated mileage value, it multiplies the miles shown for the drive (to one decimal place) by your configured rate per mile. Example: **3.5 mi × $0.77/mi = $2.695**, which displays as **$2.69**.
Miles and mileage dollar estimates **truncate** leftover fractions — they never round up. That way a drive shown as 3.5 mi is valued as 3.5 mi, not a hidden GPS fraction that would inflate the dollar amount.
Configure rates in **More → Mileage Rates** (tax deduction, employer reimbursement, or custom). Check irs.gov for the official standard mileage rate for your tax year.
What MileLedger cannot determine
Whether any specific drive is legally deductible (this depends on your employment type, the IRS commute rules, and other factors).
What portion of expenses can be claimed on your tax return.
Your actual tax liability or refund.
State or local tax rules.
How to use MileLedger for tax season
Use MileLedger to keep thorough, contemporaneous records — categorize every drive, attach receipts, note business purposes. Export your data using the Accountant CSV or Schedule C CSV and give those records to your tax professional. They apply the actual tax rules to your situation.
Important notes
- Nothing in MileLedger constitutes tax advice. The app's estimates are for planning and record-keeping purposes only.
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