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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...