Tracking miles stinks! Who’s with me? There are parts of being a small-business owner that are just down-right annoying. I’ve tried keeping a notebook in my car, and I’ve tried using Google Maps to measure mileage. It’s time consuming, and I usually pay my assistant to do all the recording for me. About 9 months ago, I came across a phone app called MileIQ, and it has greatly simplified my small-business life. I can’t help but recommend it to you.

1. It uses my GPS without draining my battery

2. It saves on time

After a few drives, the MileIQ app will prompt me that there are a few drives I need to classify. I quickly open the app while I wait in line at the grocery store and slide right or left (Tinder style) to classify each drive as personal or business. I can add notes or additional details depending on the purpose of the trip. The app is so easy to access and use that I rarely, if ever, get backlogged on recording my miles.

This seamless experience not only saves me time but also ensures that I capture every mile accurately. With MileIQ, I can efficiently manage my mileage without disrupting my daily routine, allowing me to focus more on my work and less on the logistics of tracking my drives. This convenience ultimately translates into maximizing my tax deductions and ensuring I stay organized.

Moreover, the app’s user-friendly design means that I can quickly adjust my classifications whenever necessary. If I realize that I miscategorized a trip or need to add more information, making those updates is a breeze. This flexibility allows me to maintain accurate records without the stress of complicated processes. Each time I classify a drive, I feel a sense of accomplishment, knowing that I’m taking proactive steps to keep my business finances in order. The time I save by using MileIQ allows me to invest more in my core responsibilities, driving my productivity higher.

Additionally, by streamlining the mileage tracking process, MileIQ helps me create a routine that incorporates efficient record-keeping into my everyday life. Since I can quickly classify trips whenever I have a spare moment, I’m less likely to let my mileage tracking pile up. This routine has significantly reduced the anxiety I once felt about keeping accurate records for tax purposes. Knowing that I have a reliable tool like MileIQ at my fingertips makes managing my business-related drives a hassle-free experience, allowing me to concentrate on what I do best—growing my business.

3. My accountant likes it

We’ve all had those awkward moments where we try to explain to our accountant how we are justifying writing off our new tattoo as an important business expense. Your accountant won’t roll their eyes at MileIQ. Hal Rosen, a local Salt Lake accountant who is a Jedi in the CPA galaxy, strongly endorses it. Check it out at MileIQ.com. For more insights on managing business expenses effectively, visit our page on tax deductions for small businesses.

Happy tax season!