# Business Expenses You’re Afraid to Deduct, But Probably Should

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Podcast: [Small Business Tax Savings Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/small-business-tax-savings-podcast-731700)
Published: 2026-04-29T09:00:00+00:00
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Are you still afraid to deduct certain business expenses because you think the IRS might come after you for it? Meals. Travel. Home office. Vehicle expenses. Software. Education. Coaching. Even paying your kids. These deductions can feel risky when the lines between personal and business spending are not clear. In this episode, Mike breaks down the business expenses many owners skip out of fear, and explains how to think about deductions the right way. You will learn what “ordinary and necess...

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