27 Tax Write-Offs for Private Practice Nutritionists & Dietitians

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A healthy mind and a healthy body — but what about a healthy wallet? Did you know that, as an independent nutritionist, you’re entitled to write off your business expenses from your tax bill?

Whether it’s trade journal subscriptions or advertising costs, these everyday purchases give your tax bill a clean bill of health. Let us guide you through a savings plan, so that the next time you need to pay taxes, you’ll be eating a nutritious fiscal diet.

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Office supplies
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 18

Deduct anything you buy for your office, like pens, binders, folders, printer ink, or a whiteboard.

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Office space
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 20b

If you rent an office to see patients, you can write this off.

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Reference books
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 27a

Reference books you use for research or to hone your industry knowledge are write-offs.

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Trade journal subscriptions
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 27a

Any subscriptions to trade journals related to your industry are considered tax write-offs.

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Advertising
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 8

Print and online advertising costs for your business are considered write-offs.

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Website & hosting fees
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 8

Squarespace, Wix, GoDaddy, and other website service fees are fully tax-deductible.

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Waiting room entertainment
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 27a

Do you entertain patients in your waiting room with magazines or a playlist? Write off what you pay for subscriptions to People, The New Yorker, and any music streaming services.

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Employee wages
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 26

Does your business have a staff that you pay on W-2? Their wages count as a write-off.

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Employee benefits
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 14

If you have employees, you'll spend money to take care of them with health insurance and other benefits. Write off what you pay for these programs.

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Seminars & workshops
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 27a

Coaching, seminars, or workshops used to maintain your work-related skills can be written off.

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Licensing fees
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 23

Fees to get or renew your license to perform your work are fully deductible.

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If you drive for work ...

Car costs are deductible when you drive for work, like to meet with a client, attend a nutrition course, or pick up office supplies.

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Parking
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 27a

Parking for a meeting downtown, or any other work trip, is tax-deductible!

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Tolls
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 27a

A toll while driving to or from a work destination is tax-deductible!

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Car purchase & depreciation
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 13

If you buy a new car, you can write off part of the cost every year for five years.

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Vehicle tool kit
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 22

Flashlights, tire iron, duct tape, and other tools you may need in your vehicle are deductible.

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Car insurance & registration
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 15

Car insurance monthly fees, registration, even roadside assistance are partially deductible.

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Car maintenance
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 9

Oil changes, repairs, and regular checkups are all tax-deductible if you drive for work.

If you discuss work at a restaurant ...

Keep your bank account healthy by taking advantage of all your eligible write-offs.

This includes going for a meal or drink with a client to chat about your services, or with a doctor or fellow nutritionist to talk about industry trends.

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Business meals
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 24b

If you discuss work with a coworker, mentor, client, or prospective client, it's a write-off!

If you leave town for work ...

You might travel to summits, conferences, or seminars for nutritionists that take place out of town.

This is a great way to network and incorporate new insights into your business!And luckily, you can write off your business trip costs.

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Transportation
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 24a

Planes, trains, and car rentals are all work-related travel costs that can be written off.

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Travel lodging
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 24a

When you travel for work, lodging expenses such as hotel rooms or Airbnb are write offs.

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Meals while traveling
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 24a

When you're traveling for work, all meals are tax-deductible. Even takeout!

If you work from home ...

If you use office space at home, whether an actual room or a dedicated desk where you attend virtual meetings, work on client development, or conduct industry research, you can deduct expenses to lower your taxes.

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Home office furniture
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 18

A desk, chairs, lamps, and other home office necessities are all tax write-offs.

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Property repairs
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 21

You can write off up to $2,500 for individual repairs to your property.

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Power bill
Write it off using:

Form 8829

Gotta keep the lights on in your home office! A portion of your electricity bill counts.

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Property insurance
Write it off using:

Form 8829

Whether it's rental or homeowners insurance, you can write off a portion through your home office deduction.

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Water bill
Write it off using:

Form 8829

It'd be hard to work in an office without running water, huh? You water bill counts.

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Wi-Fi bill
Write it off using:

Schedule C, Box 25

Your Comcast bill is a tax write-off. You need internet to do your job!