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Are there any new IRS guidelines regarding the tax deductibility of business entertainment expenses compared to standard client meals?
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Are there any new IRS guidelines regarding the tax deductibility of business entertainment expenses compared to standard client meals?
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IRS 2026 business entertainment expenses deductibility client meals 50% 100% exceptions current guidanceGoogle ↗
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IRS 2026 business entertainment expenses deductibility client meals 50% 100% exceptions current guidance Google ↗
- Tax Cuts and Jobs Act – Businesses · irs.gov
- Internal Revenue Bulletin: 2018-42 · irs.gov
- Publication 463 (2025), Travel, Gift, and Car Expenses · irs.gov
- Instructions for Schedule C (Form 1040) (2025) · irs.gov
- 2026 Publication 15-B · irs.gov