09/03/2026
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Your van isn't just how you get to your furry clients โ it's a legitimate tax write-off. Here's what you may be able to deduct:
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Mileage โ Track every mile between appointments (not your commute from home, though!). You can typically choose between the standard mileage rate OR actual expenses โ pick whichever saves you more.
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Actual van expenses โ Gas, oil changes, repairs, tires, insurance, and even a portion of your loan interest or lease payments, based on your business-use percentage.
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Depreciation โ If you own your grooming van, you may be able to deduct a chunk of its value over time (or all at once under certain rules โ ask your tax pro!).
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Parking & tolls โ Yep, those add up too.
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Van-specific gear โ Water tanks, grooming tables, generators, signage/wraps โ anything permanently installed for business use.
๐ก Pro tip: Keep a mileage log! A simple notebook or app (MileIQ, Everlance, QuickBooks) can save you serious money at tax time โ and keep you audit-proof.
