Vehicle Tax Deduction: 8 Cars You Can Get TAX FREE - Section 179

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  • All businesses should definitely know about the vehicle tax deduction. in 2021. Because this car tax deduction allows you to write off vehicle tax expenses. And when done correctly can save huge in taxes. In some cases, the vehicle tax deduction can get a car literally for free with section 179.
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    NOTE: When it comes to Section 179, there is a $25,000 cap for all other “heavy” vehicles like the G-Wagon mentioned. To take the full accelerated depreciation you must have a vehicle that is described as a passenger van, utility truck or utility van.
    In this video, I will go over a list of vehicles that have a GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) of 6,000 pounds or more. Which qualifies for the vehicle tax deduction and section 179 accelerated depreciation.
    Okay, before we dive into the list, let me quickly explain what the vehicle tax deduction is.
    So, if you operate a business or if you are self-employed, then the tax code is set up in a way that allows you to write off business vehicle expenses and cost.
    There are two methods for this… You have the standard mileage rate deduction which calculates how many business miles you have driven and gives you a deduction based on that.
    And then you have the actual expenses deduction which allows you to write off the direct costs of the vehicle including depreciation.
    Outline for Vehicle Tax Deduction:
    Vehicle Tax Deduction 6,000 lbs: (0:00)
    Section 179 cars for 100% write off: (0:44)
    What is Vehicle Tax Deduction?: (1:03)
    Write off Car with section 179 vehicle tax deduction: (1:37)
    Car write off #1: (3:44)
    Car write off #2: (4:30)
    Car write off #3: (5:45)
    Car write off #4: (6:11)
    Car write off #5: (6:32)
    Car write off #6: (7:25)
    Car write off #7: (7:44)
    Car write off #8: (8:08)
    Vehicle Depreciation recapture: (8:39)
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    Disclaimer: The information provided in this video is for informational purposes only and is not meant to take the place of professional legal, accounting, or financial advice. If you have any legal questions about this video or the subjects discussed, or any other legal matter, you should consult with an attorney or tax professional in your jurisdiction (i.e. where you live).

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  • @LYFEAccounting
    @LYFEAccounting  2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Suggest videos to watch next:
    "How to Buy a Car in Your Business Name [Step-by-Step] - th-cam.com/video/gJn2king8P8/w-d-xo.html
    "How to Write Off Your Dream Car: th-cam.com/video/RlqTFM5ab5Y/w-d-xo.html

    • @yani7751
      @yani7751 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, I already bought a pick up for my business, but I bought using my personal credit and I'm looking now a way to transfer over my business. Could you share some advices or steps to properly transfer the vehicle to mu business in order to get all the tax deductions? Thank you. I really appreciate all your knowledge shared in your videos.

    • @rmac6420
      @rmac6420 ปีที่แล้ว

      But do you need to have a business at all to get it?

  • @andrewstenberg
    @andrewstenberg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Hi there, CPA here. The title of the video is definitely misleading. Yes you can use Section 179 to accelerate depreciation to reduce your tax liability. This may reduce your tax bill, but I assure you, this will not make your car "FREE" as the title states. There are also other factors you need to consider.
    1) Do you drive a lot of miles for work? - If you do, then you won't want to use Section 179 in the first place, because once you use the "Actual Expenses" method you can't use the "Mileage Rate Method". However, you can always start off using the Mileage Rate Method and then switch over to the Actual Expenses Method.
    2) Do you expect your income to go up in future years? - If you do, then you will want to spread out the depreciation expense over time instead of taking it all up front. You may see yourself saving $$$ right now and get really excited, but in reality you may want to consider spreading the expense out over time to help keep your tax bills lower over the next few years. Also, you will want to look at which politician is in office and how their proposed future tax bills may increase or decrease your current tax rate and what your future tax rate might look like and choose when the best time to take the deduction would be.
    You will never get a "FREE" car due to filing your taxes a certain way, not legally at least. There are tax advantages though of owning and using your car for business that you don't want to miss out on.

  • @MG-jv7pe
    @MG-jv7pe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    THANK YOU for mentioning the recapture! So many other youtubers talk about how you can "get a car for free" not advising folks the difference between an actual refund vs a deduction and mentioning the recapture. Dont mess w the IRS, they always get what they come for LOL

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Right! Thanks for watching.

    • @jayvet8402
      @jayvet8402 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@LYFEAccounting how would it work if the vehicle was not a 6k pound car? I have 2022 kia niro ev suv that I use for uber.

  • @kristinaramirez1181
    @kristinaramirez1181 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for simplifying the lingo and explaining it so people like us can understand.

  • @bethanyangel1721
    @bethanyangel1721 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    great video and good video editing! Thanks for your work on this!

  • @TheJoshXGames
    @TheJoshXGames 2 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    As someone studying accounting with a focus on tax, be extremely careful about this. I know he goes in to a few risks, but there are so many. One huge part of my major is just getting random code sections and finding applicable case law to determine how to use the code or not, along with case studies for the same thing. I had to do a paper on 179 and there is so much case law on people who think they are slick and do this, but then the IRS figures out what they are doing, and they not only get hit with the extra tax, but all sorts of penalties. There are also risks outside the IRS, with how your income is reported to creditors and such, so just talk with a tax/financial advisor if you want to do this, and actually plan it.

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      you are absolutely right about this

    • @ehaw420420
      @ehaw420420 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      the risk to creditors isnt really there as they tend to go by gross income not net

    • @miraclelove991
      @miraclelove991 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      A most successful business always comes with risks as well as business taxes. The risk is what gets you the money. You're right being knowledgeable is an asset.

    • @JJ-mh3hb
      @JJ-mh3hb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Do you have any real world experience?

    • @oskartgrouch8757
      @oskartgrouch8757 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JJ-mh3hb I do. He is right. Be careful. Know the limitations.

  • @maelyorn1840
    @maelyorn1840 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video fr the work on this channel is unbelievable

  • @mohammadtayyab5706
    @mohammadtayyab5706 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    He forgot to add Audi Etron. It is all electric with a range of 255 miles and GVWR of 7,066 lbs. In addition to 100 percent deduction, it is entitled to $7,500 non refundable cash rebate for a EV as well as electric charger installation cost to be filed on IRS form 8911 or 3800. The SUV with a base MSRP of 69,000. Lot of luxuries, comfortable ride for a base model.

  • @R8raine
    @R8raine 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you! That only thing is you have to pay a big chunk of monthly payment for these vehicles

  • @TheLadyFool
    @TheLadyFool 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey, accounting student here. Why are we writing off the entire cost of the vehicle with no allowance for residual value? Like, if that Tesla Model X were to sell for $80k, but you could resell it or trade it in after five years for $20k, then even Sec 179 would only let you write off the $60k difference, I thought.

  • @michaeleverson3801
    @michaeleverson3801 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    For a couple of years now, I've been wondering why the local used luxury car dealer that we got my wife's car from constantly has G-Wagons for sale. At any given time, they have at least 10 of them and they seem to get snapped up fairly quickly. Now I totally know why.
    Once you learn about stuff like this, you can't unsee it. Now when I drive around, every G-Wagon or Range Rover that I see is probably someone's tax write-off, as opposed to merely being someone's flex.

  • @CorneliusSmalleliterealtor
    @CorneliusSmalleliterealtor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    As a realtor in Atlanta, be careful deducting too much. If you deduct the vehicle for the max this would help in decreasing your income for tax purposes but it can hurt you if planning on buying a home. lenders may not be willing to approve the mortgage due to income on taxes being insufficient. They will have to use bank statements, assets and reserves.

    • @VRCM_Skywarn_XUSA
      @VRCM_Skywarn_XUSA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Where I live, mortgaging is prohibited.
      Land of Lincoln. Amish Country.
      No debt, no tax...no s.s.i.
      No mortgaging, gambling, booze or smoking.
      No Solicitors...
      No Las Vegas.

    • @josephmcnair5936
      @josephmcnair5936 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      At 34 years old I finally feel ready to settle down long enough to buy a house. Unfortunately due to previous horrible stupid life decisions, I'm forced to start with a zero balance in my savings account. On the bright side, the huge amount of debt - consequence of those bad decisions will be payed off next month! 🥳 It's never too late to start saving like there's no tomorrow, and I'm really REALLY excited and motivated. Oh and Marvin, fyi my emergency fund is also a done deal! by CREDIT PATCHUP lol, i didn't made it myself

    • @dalebarras4002
      @dalebarras4002 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I can tell you that yes the pandemic definitely caused people to realize their worth, as for myself I worked at a bakery where the wages paid were $8-$12. I refused to go back to that and now I’ve started my own business. I absolutely never want to work for anyone else as long as I live and still in close contact with Credit Patchup

    • @iloveparamore123100
      @iloveparamore123100 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you

    • @diablo09121972
      @diablo09121972 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How about if l have military deduction thru the VA

  • @KRIPSYNODUTS
    @KRIPSYNODUTS 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    So first year itself we can write off 100% using bonus depreciation and 179, after that can we take any other deductions in the following years for the same car? (For eg: year 2-5) or it’s all over after we write off 100% in the first year.
    Also how the recapture works if the vehicle involved in an accident and totaled (maybe in year 3) after we write off everything in first year. Thanks.

  • @kyngjaquin4632
    @kyngjaquin4632 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The surburban is not competitor of the Yukon. The Yukon is just a step up to the chevy. And the escalade is the top of the tier between the three

  • @gastonjones3950
    @gastonjones3950 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is for commercial vehicles, that is why they use GVWR. There is a stipulation that if the vehicle doesn't have a commercial plate on it and you get audited you can get into trouble and owe more with these crappy hyper depreciating cars and their gas mileage. This is intended for businesses that have to buy fleet vehicles like landscapers and construction and stuff like that. Good luck to everybody in 2021 and 2022 tax season, we are going to need it.

  • @humraz22
    @humraz22 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Amazing knowledge my brother! Getting a food truck trailer in 2 months and need to deduct a truck to tow that bad boy 💪🏾🤲🏾🍛

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Oh this is absolutely perfect for you!

    • @brianlevel7669
      @brianlevel7669 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Good luck man, I have the same plan in about 8 years when I retire from the military!

    • @humraz22
      @humraz22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brianlevel7669 wish you the very best my brother! Let's turn our dreams into reality, God willing.

  • @thestandberrys2519
    @thestandberrys2519 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So awesome, great job 😊

  • @inshape4health250
    @inshape4health250 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    People it is reducing your tax liability by example $25,000.00 that means if you are taxed for $100,000 (40% = $40,000) now it will be $75,000 (40% = $30,000) you are being taxed on so if you look what 100k is taxed then 75k is taxed and subtracted the two($10,000), this is the actually dollar figure (not $25,000 back ) so a the new suv example $925 was monthly payment actual would be about $508 if you do the 24 month with the $10,000. It is still worth it, but I like real numbers. Its the little details that you should explain. Unless I am wrong.

    • @Behindyamom
      @Behindyamom 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for explaining this… thought I should buy a truck to save me some taxes but after I entered in the purchase price of the vehicle I saw it only saves me 9k…

    • @alb12345672
      @alb12345672 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Behindyamom Yes, they want you to stimulate the economy, they have an ulterior motive. When you buy shit the dealer pays tax, you buy gas, service, employ more people, they pay tax etc. You get some savings but it is far from a free car. They figure in most cases an expensive pickup is used in construction...

  • @jcobra99
    @jcobra99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks to you i just wrote off a new bullet proof G wagon for my dog poop cleaning business. Thanks man hopefully i don't get audited

  • @geraldnelson6075
    @geraldnelson6075 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you that was great information

  • @rewantkhadka879
    @rewantkhadka879 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    7:10 love the way you vibe up with $250,000 😂

  • @lavettewright3989
    @lavettewright3989 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    CAYENNE/CANINE. Appreciated subtitles.

  • @toriw2879
    @toriw2879 ปีที่แล้ว

    Woo-hoo! My Maserati Levante qualifies, barely, but still works :)

  • @maelyorn1840
    @maelyorn1840 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This channel is awesome wow.

  • @cavaleer
    @cavaleer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bruh, YOU FORGOT THE CULLINAN and the X7!!! haha. Great vid. Thanks.

  • @AlexTheThirdLIVE
    @AlexTheThirdLIVE ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you needed this key

  • @theitineraryqueen4080
    @theitineraryqueen4080 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info! Could you show us a video on this topic but all electric videos?

  • @youmayberight2434
    @youmayberight2434 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much!

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're welcome! Thanks for watching.

  • @pecanthereal8334
    @pecanthereal8334 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm new! And just subscribed

  • @tsunamieyes
    @tsunamieyes 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yesss the SUV for my mobile business is on here! To bad it’s not gas efficient.

  • @uscg1381
    @uscg1381 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you!

  • @AlphaDragonification
    @AlphaDragonification 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You said Grant Cardone is in a g-wagen, but in the picture you showed a Brabus. The price difference is incredible lol

  • @davidhwang4839
    @davidhwang4839 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Question? What I got a G-wagon and 2 years later a shut down my business, bankrupt or sold it? What happens then to the tax of that vehicle?

  • @Echelonperformance
    @Echelonperformance 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How many times can you use this? Can you get 2 vehicles write one of on 179 one year and the 2nd vehicle the following year?

  • @AramHambardzumyan
    @AramHambardzumyan 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    thanks for the video very helpful, have a question if I have 2 vehicles and use both for business, can I use different methods for deduction 1st one with standard milage and the second one with actual expenses with depreciation and using the 179 section. thanks

  • @willismyers5099
    @willismyers5099 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Does the car need to be brand new?
    Must be car be paid for in full or will a financed vehicle qualify for 100% write-off/deduction

  • @mulamesha1138
    @mulamesha1138 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    💓💓💓 THANK YOU😎 YALL THE GOAT

  • @ch0lito
    @ch0lito 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video as always, thanks for sharing. Why you did not list any Trucks like Ford F150 or Toyota Tacoma, etc etc...?

    • @mattjubie
      @mattjubie ปีที่แล้ว

      same reason why he didn't mention the dozens others

  • @kalisajohnson5874
    @kalisajohnson5874 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Does asemi tractor and trailer qualify for an ecellerated depreciation write off?

  • @TechnoDad
    @TechnoDad ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi! What about a Lamborghini Urus? Also, do I have to keep the vehicle for five years, or can I sell it off year 2 and buy another?

  • @johnlin9002
    @johnlin9002 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for great video, I am pretty sure there are some more vehicles qualify for this deduction, can anybody tell me where and how can I find them? Above 6000 GVWR, I am looking to buy 2022 Sienna, Odyssey or Honda Pilot, it only tell me curb weight. And my CPA guy told me that whatever weight that states on the title counts. I looked up title on my 2018 Odyssey it states 4,500 pound ( which is curb weight I assumed). Again, when I do google search it appears that Odyssey and Pilot both qualify, confuse me a lot. Which one is it? Curb weight or GVWR? Or title stated weight? Running out of time, can someone help me, really appreciate. Thank you

  • @craiglowther9485
    @craiglowther9485 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Little confused. So, by virtue of the total 179 deduction. Does that mean the IRS is sending you a total purchase price refund to your bank account ?

  • @marlo2087
    @marlo2087 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you

  • @jesham7627
    @jesham7627 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    What happens if the vehicle(s) receiving the deduction are traded in as opposed to being sold?

  • @webstartup
    @webstartup 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Awesome video Sean. What if my wife business does not make much but I have tax liability from my full time job? We file joint. Can we take advantage of this 179? Thanks again!

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey, good question. The Section 179 deduction is limited to the net income of the business but bonus depreciation isn't. Look into bonus depreciation for vehicles over 6,000 gvwr. Hope that helps.

  • @timd4984
    @timd4984 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you lease the car, are the lease payments deductible or is the value of the vehicle deductible?

  • @VicTor-mp8md
    @VicTor-mp8md 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have to buy the car or can you just take a loan to get the 100% depreciation? What if I buy the car 2021 and use 100% depreciation can I use it for a few months give the loan to another person for free and buy another car or I need no keep the car for a period of time ??
    I can't find answers to those questions.

  • @absorbwisdom7932
    @absorbwisdom7932 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thanks for a great video! How much of a business credit limit should we have to be able to go into the dealership and drive out with that Range Rover? Its not as easy as it sounds for a brand new business, is it?

    • @wanglee21
      @wanglee21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes this is the same question I have been asking and looking up online but there is no answer anywhere. In this reason, I believe the only thing I've found is that your business income has to meet the requirements for the banks to believe you can pay it off, therefore lets say you will need to prove you are making if not equal a greater annual business income to qualify for any car write off.

    • @alrightnow7248
      @alrightnow7248 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm sure you can't be a start up. I believe they want to see minimum three years, but don't quote me on that

  • @TruthStoryLies
    @TruthStoryLies 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If I want a G wagon. How much do I have to make a year, how much taxes do I have to owe?

  • @jonathanyugi455
    @jonathanyugi455 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great info boss. If I’m a personal trainer that only has a sole proprietor business license, can I qualify for the tax write off?

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yes, You can write off a vehicle as a sole proprietorship

  • @mariosalazar7896
    @mariosalazar7896 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jeep Wrangler 4xe too!

  • @davidanim7897
    @davidanim7897 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Hey this video was a great help!! quick question though.
    When you say, for example, the Tesla has an estimated tax deduction of $79,990. Would that be a yearly reoccurring deduction, or would the tax deduction only be applicable once the vehicle is done being used?

    • @JizzontheToilet
      @JizzontheToilet 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      it would be a one time deduction and if you go into a loss it can be rolled over into the next year from my understanding.

    • @wanglee21
      @wanglee21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He states in the beginning, instead of having the expense be split into 5 or so years, you combine it into the first year of purchase as why its called accelerated depreciation.

  • @squiggle1020
    @squiggle1020 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Question if just starting an llc and you expect a loss the first yr does it make sense to get a vehicle? Knowing year 2 will make profit?

    • @CrAzYxBoBbY
      @CrAzYxBoBbY 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you need a vehicle? Yes. Because then without it wouldn’t you probably not be able to get the work done ?

  • @grandzmuzik
    @grandzmuzik 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Great video! What if you don’t make more than the cost of the vehicle for the year?

    • @tatianabritton6258
      @tatianabritton6258 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      i believe that’s irrelevant to this program.

    • @chaddsteinberg3758
      @chaddsteinberg3758 ปีที่แล้ว

      I believe that’s called a Loss when you spend more then you net? I’m also looking for someone to go into how losses work

  • @MOON-zo3ik
    @MOON-zo3ik 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are we elegí able to get tax write off if we make our G wagon bullet proof as well?

  • @FirefighterMarcel95
    @FirefighterMarcel95 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great Video. Question - does the new Bronco, Badlands, sasquatch version qualify for tax 179? I believe it fits the criteria. Thank you

    • @tiffanieburns386
      @tiffanieburns386 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Did you ever find out the answer to your question. I’m curious if the bronco qualifies as well

    • @FirefighterMarcel95
      @FirefighterMarcel95 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tiffanieburns386 It does!

    • @tiffanieburns386
      @tiffanieburns386 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FirefighterMarcel95 Thanks for responding! Good to know bc I’ve been wanting one for awhile and thought it didn’t qualify. I looked of the weight and it was less than 6000 pounds online.

    • @FirefighterMarcel95
      @FirefighterMarcel95 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tiffanieburns386 so I got the badlands, sasquatch, package and it's 6,100 + lbs.

  • @dehtide8756
    @dehtide8756 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have a tricky question, I have a home office that I write off, it’s a different room and I separate the cost of house by room, so when I use this 179 section when I leave to go to a work site or site of employment(company employed my company) driving from my home office to the work site is considered business mileage, in this case it would be completely tax deductible correct?

    • @comoelitamelendez8467
      @comoelitamelendez8467 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not tricky at all, yes that counts! "Publication 587, Business Use of Your Home" Essentially you calculate the percentage utilized for business purposes. Can google this to pull up exactly how to calculate but yes that counts. :)

    • @lionfromjam7282
      @lionfromjam7282 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes those miles from the home office are deductible.

    • @chaddsteinberg3758
      @chaddsteinberg3758 ปีที่แล้ว

      Started before you need to spend around two hours atleast at a home office they said. Other thing, if you make your vehicle an advertisement for your business I think it’s a loophole that makes all trips just about “business” as your promoting. Don’t quote me.

  • @angelmelendez2468
    @angelmelendez2468 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Unfortunately when you choose this method once you use it you lose it ! In other words the second year you will have no auto expense except actual where as if you use mileage this usually will prove more beneficial in the long run . There is no limit in the mileage amount you use ( tech there is but I have never seen the IRS ever enforce that ) . Taking accelerated depreciation on auto usually only makes sense if you r involved in a business that makes a lot of vehicle purchases year after year . ANC remember you could only pick one , you can’t use 179 one year then do mileage. I don’t see any advantage for most of the common business out there where it would benefit you again only that first year . But if you use mileage at .56 (it will go up again ) it’s a no brainer which would benefit you in the long term vs that first year hit . Like I say to all my clients it’s super rare to buy anything for the sole sake of saving taxes . The only thing you should buy to save you tax is anything that can generate income( ie any capital expenditures that helps you grow and generate $$ ) . A Lexus rarely falls into that category. Remember you still have to pay for that whip . And again taking 179 will save you $$ in the year of purchase but you will lose money vs mileage in the long term .

    • @nesdi6653
      @nesdi6653 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Basically like he did mention, its like getting a discount on the car?
      What ever your tax rate it for your business thats the discount you get on the car

  • @caribbeaninvestment5765
    @caribbeaninvestment5765 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Quick question is the gvwr or the auctual weight im
    Trying to
    Purchase the gle63 coupe . I tried to look it up n the irs website but luck could
    You point me
    To
    The right direction thanks

  • @TwinkleTia19
    @TwinkleTia19 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi quick question. Would a 1099 doordash driver be able to write off a car value 100% or can we only deduct expenses?

  • @eggs2627
    @eggs2627 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My small biz llc needs a new car to deliver and pickup customer equipment. So I can basically use this to buy a car that could help my biz? Plus can I record mileage on it aswell? I'm beating my original truck with pickups/deliveries and miles. My llc is 1 hour away from home!

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You should definitely be writing off your mileage. What kind of business do you own?

    • @eggs2627
      @eggs2627 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@LYFEAccounting small engine repair shop

  • @RobbyGoodwin
    @RobbyGoodwin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How many times can you take this deduction during the year or the life of the business?
    Can you use it on just one vehicle or a fleet of vehicles?

    • @musicholic903
      @musicholic903 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No limit to 179/bonus depreciation as long as it's newly added assets. But, note that this needs to be qualified business asset related to your business activity. Buying multiple tesla for a small business will flag your entity.

  • @ochicoloto3524
    @ochicoloto3524 ปีที่แล้ว

    The 5 vehicle limit for standard reduction , is it per individual or per LLC?

  • @briann9336
    @briann9336 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Does the car need to be of a certain year to qualify also?

  • @Patrick-tg2op
    @Patrick-tg2op 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m assuming you’re better off leasing a weight compliant car vs purchasing to avoid having any problems when you decide to sell? Let me know if I understood correctly, thank you

  • @dennismc8145
    @dennismc8145 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it, hope you stick around on the channel

  • @andrewappleby7368
    @andrewappleby7368 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Not sure why you're even bringing IRC 179 into this, which limits the deduction for SUVs to $25k. You should explain that, for some tax years, IRC 168(k) allows for 100% depreciation in year one, and that IRC 280F does not limit that amount if the vehicle "is rated at 6,000 pounds unloaded gross vehicle weight" or greater. More applicable, trucks are exempt from all of these limitations, so that should be your recommendation/focus. If you're going to give tax advice, it's imperative to be precise and accurate.

    • @Scott_6666
      @Scott_6666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What he said. I wish the IRS would crack down on all the tax code misinformation on TH-cam.

    • @mtigress4589
      @mtigress4589 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They are definitely problematic. Maybe the licensing boards will pick up on the bad stuff for those that state they are a CPA.

  • @huntemall219
    @huntemall219 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What about the sales tax from buying the vehicle. Is that deductible?

  • @tball9770
    @tball9770 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can you please repeat GVW vs GVWR because there’s lots of videos using the two interchangeably and it’s confusing.
    There’s a difference between the two

    • @smclynden
      @smclynden 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same thing, the second one just has a redundant “rating” at the end, they both mean (the weight of the car, plus the maximum weight of all people and cargo)

  • @136Baboulou
    @136Baboulou 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Would vehicles for Turo rentals be eligible for section 179? If so, can more than one vehicle be tax deducted?

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Steve, yes to both of your questions. What vehicles are you starting with?

    • @136Baboulou
      @136Baboulou 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I have a model 3 & Y. I plan on having the model s & x added to my fleet but definitely want to get more info on how to get the model x tax deduction since its gvwr is >6000lbs right?

  • @DaveCompton5150
    @DaveCompton5150 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Also, are pickup trucks included in the exemption? Most diesel engine trucks are 6000+
    I believe the Cayenne in Porsche Cayenne is pronounced like the hot pepper...not how you said it.
    Thanks,

    • @jorgevarela98
      @jorgevarela98 ปีที่แล้ว

      Pretty sure those are covered

  • @FFLDealerSunnyvale
    @FFLDealerSunnyvale 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    After 5 years, when sell the car, do I need to report it as income? Is the five years the cut off period?

  • @bachpregil5902
    @bachpregil5902 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i love you guys

  • @caviardiamonds
    @caviardiamonds 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Come on bro how you not gone have the hottest SUV in the game right now on the list. Cadillac Escalade should have been first.

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      😂😂😂 that qualifies!

    • @4thStepIsIshq
      @4thStepIsIshq 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was thinking Tahoe but Cadillac? even better!

    • @mattjubie
      @mattjubie ปีที่แล้ว

      you still have to make the monthly payments lol

  • @Radiateprosperity
    @Radiateprosperity 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can I use the depreciation tax of a 6k pound vehicle as a doordash driver in California? I'd buy the tesla X model if I could. Please share your thoughts thank you!

    • @Jo3Riddl3r
      @Jo3Riddl3r 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Honestly I think you could, especially since you're an independent contractor technically. Maybe creating an LLC for basically driving (maybe walk dogs).

  • @markmartin4581
    @markmartin4581 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Even a 100% tax deduction doesn’t make the vehicle free. That would be a tax credit, which isn’t available for 100% of the cost of the vehicle.

  • @jacksonclement3770
    @jacksonclement3770 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you purchase the vehicle in your personal name and use section 179 or should the vehicle be purchased through an LLC?

  • @davidonewayticket3388
    @davidonewayticket3388 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello there bud... Can the deduction be spread in more than 1 yr?

  • @pware9643
    @pware9643 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A $50,000 Tax Deduction Does NOT Save you $50,000 (ie free car) . If you are in a 24% tax bracket.. it saves you 24%.. not 100% If you buy a Range Rover.. you will get extra
    write offs of maintenance as they are not reliable..

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is true UNLESS your tax bracket is 0 😝

  • @felicia1ofakind
    @felicia1ofakind 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great video! My question is, what if I purchased a older model vehicle for business purposes? Something like a actual truck or van for deliveries?
    Could that be a tax deductible expense? Even if it's 10 years old?

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yes, absolutely

    • @PineappleStocks
      @PineappleStocks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I thought it must be new?

    • @unharmed1961
      @unharmed1961 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@PineappleStocks new to you, you cant have owned the vehicle as a personal vehicle and then turned to business to apply for section 179

    • @kennylormera3463
      @kennylormera3463 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Teach me more bro

    • @dujuanjohnson5025
      @dujuanjohnson5025 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@PineappleStocks you get bonus depreciation if it’s new

  • @zuritausmc
    @zuritausmc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I thought there was a deduction cap of $25,000 in Section 179 for 6000+lbs. Is that referring to something else?

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Good question. I am referring to bonus depreciation, which can be combined with Section 179 if you choose.

  • @wanglee21
    @wanglee21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Just because you have a business and you make little to no money per year, are you still viable to use this accelerated depreciation?

    • @SDGunfighter
      @SDGunfighter ปีที่แล้ว

      yea, but why would you? you'd likely fail in business trying to buy more than you should.

  • @landypagan7694
    @landypagan7694 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can i deduct my Truck even if i bought it before creating my LLC but I now actually use it for the business purpose?

  • @zach_bellizzi
    @zach_bellizzi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    So if I buy a new G-Wagon (average price is $150,000) and I don’t want to take accelerated deprecation within the first year. How many years can I depreciate the vehicle and how much can I depreciate each year!? Thanks in advance! Love the video

    • @carloslanderos6569
      @carloslanderos6569 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Vehicles have a 5 year tax life, look up a MACRS depreciation table (depreciation rate varies year to year).

    • @mtigress4589
      @mtigress4589 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That is not a reasonable vehicle for that expense. You'd be asking to be flagged.

  • @BabashiSensei
    @BabashiSensei 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So just to be clear, if it's over 6k lbs I can buy it in 2022 and get 100% of what I spent back on my taxes for example if I paid $60k for the vehicle, I'd get $60k back in my return?

  • @ebi2412
    @ebi2412 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does it have to be a brand new vehicle or just "new to you"?

  • @nms6431
    @nms6431 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    but dont you have to be able to make the payments for that year? ..THEN you can do the write off

  • @beautifullifesageg.3951
    @beautifullifesageg.3951 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Will this deduction be available in future years? 2022-2025?

  • @samritz5333
    @samritz5333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What if I resell the vehicle in 5 years? For example, I write off 80k and sell it for 20k. Will I need to claim the 20k in income?

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This question is not a simple one, but if you sell at a profit (appreciation over depreciation) then you're likely going to face depreciation recapture - check my video on how to write off your dream car for a more detailed answer

  • @efrain11944
    @efrain11944 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    If my business is renting my car on Turo can i write off the car with section 179?

  • @lajuanjohnsonbtc9634
    @lajuanjohnsonbtc9634 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If I purchase a pickup truck that doesn't meet the 6k lb.min., would upgrades at the time of purchase that increase the weight make it qualify?

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The GVWR rating comes from the vehicle manufacturer, so you would want to ask them if the upgrades will legally increase the GVWR rating

    • @imzjustplayin
      @imzjustplayin 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      GVWR is the rating of the vehicle, not curb weight. The sticker/manufacturer spec would have to show the increase in GVWR. Physically adding weight to the vehicle doesn't change the GVWR.

  • @momowang-naples
    @momowang-naples 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can i sell my personal car to my LLC so its business use? is that apply to this deduction?
    I have a suburban i can sell to my LLC.

  • @rohitnaval5589
    @rohitnaval5589 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    All other videos state only 25K can be deducted, how exactly can I deduct the entire amount, say 100K for example, which tax form is this done in?

    • @anewbeginning77
      @anewbeginning77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Using the trump tax law. It’s called bonus depreciation.

    • @GirlIsThatLegal
      @GirlIsThatLegal 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have the same question

  • @MrSTROM26
    @MrSTROM26 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    If your Business is making 50k a year, can u still get some the cars from the list or you have to go with something cheaper ?

  • @dwhair3392
    @dwhair3392 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Aww man I wish I knew this sooner I just purchased a 2021 Chevy Trailblazer but it's under 6000 lbs 😫 ..

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Maybe you could trade it in?

    • @CrazyAZ1975
      @CrazyAZ1975 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You can still depreciate up to $18,100

  • @BreakingElegance
    @BreakingElegance 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Most of these cars do not qualify as a full write off you have to go into deep details on section 179 mostly cargo vans and pick up trucks qualify I wouldn't buy q luxury car for a business expecting write off the whole thing the first year that's a bad idea

  • @Inaudible
    @Inaudible 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Is this something that may cause a red flag with the IRS if your business does not bring in a significant amount of income? I personally make about $100k working for someone else but recently created an LLC with no activity as of yet and was looking into this for things like Turo.

    • @LYFEAccounting
      @LYFEAccounting  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Of course, no one really knows. But from what I have seen, big losses and no income are red flags

    • @krystalmora8361
      @krystalmora8361 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LYFEAccounting iam also just now creating an LLC for my small business. Can I use 179 and bonus depreciation right after as long as the car is over 6k lb?

  • @jesustech4443
    @jesustech4443 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey, how about if you talk a little bit about real family workers, not so much about celebrities who don't even need write off s. Like people needed to buy a working van, is that possible?

  • @fostermervin1
    @fostermervin1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I use this tax deduction for a 2002 peterbilt 379?

  • @bearsnbulls9621
    @bearsnbulls9621 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I buy a car under my name since my LLC is still new and no credit yet? I am the only member (sole proprietor) with my LLC.