Enrolled Agent Exam [Part 2] 59, Meals — 50% vs 100% Deductible

Enrolled Agent Exam [Part 2] 59, Meals — 50% vs 100% Deductible

Published: June 25, 2026

Duration: 4:04

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - The default business meal deduction is 50%, a common starting point for exam questions. - Meals for company-wide employee events, like holiday parties, are an exception and are 100% deductible. - Food provided to the general public for promotional purposes is fully deductible. - Meals tied to entertainment are non-deductible unless the meal c...