Models & Performers — Travel, Gear, Home Studio Deductions (Plus Audit-Ready Habits)

Written By Danielle Parks

Travel, tech, and behind-the-scenes costs are often where performers leave money on the table because they don’t consistently track them.

Travel & transportation

  • Mileage (2024 and 2025 rates apply)

  • Flights and hotels

  • Meals while traveling (typically 50% deductible)

  • Parking and tolls

  • Rideshare/taxi to auditions and bookings

Equipment & supplies

  • Cameras and lighting

  • Computers and software (editing, portfolio management)

  • Props and equipment

  • Cell phone (business portion)

Home office/studio

  • Home office deduction (dedicated workspace)

  • Studio rental

  • Internet service (business portion)

Audit-ready habits

  • Maintain receipts, invoices, and mileage logs

  • Keep business and personal accounts separate

  • Use software to track income and expenses

  • Keep records for 3–7 years

  • Plan for quarterly estimated taxes

Keep your bookkeeping consistent—even when your income isn’t

We’ll help you track expenses, plan taxes, and stay confident at filing time.

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