7 Mileage Tracking Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands

Are you accidentally leaving money on the table? 🚨
These are the most common mileage tracking misconceptions that gig workers and independent contractors fall for — and some of them could cost you serious $$$ at tax time.

In this video, we break down:
✅ Why “estimating later” is a major red flag
✅ How delivery apps fail to track your full mileage
✅ Why manual logs can backfire (even if you’re disciplined)
✅ The real rules around home office and commuting miles
✅ What “write-off” actually means (and why people misuse it)
✅ Why tracking personal miles matters for your tax pro
✅ The best way to simplify everything with MileIQ

Whether you're full-time or part-time, understanding these mileage myths can save you thousands — and keep you out of IRS trouble.

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